Kano rakes in N102bn revenue in 2025
As the Kano Internal Revenue Service (KIRS) says it generated N102 billion revenue in 2025, the figure has sparked a a huge gap between the feat and the amount Lagos State generated the same year.
Lagos got over N1.7 trillion in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in 2025, according to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
The Lagos’ figure represents a 39% increase from the ₦1.2 trillion generated in 2024, highlighting significant growth in state revenue through improved tax compliance and digital reforms.
At N102bn, Kano thus raked in far less than 10% of what Lagos garnered, a gap that would interest political and economic analysts, with the commercial status of the latter boosting its earnings.
Meanwhile, Kano State’s revenue agency’s Chairman, Dr Zaid Abubakar, revealed the figure during the KIRS Annual Dinner and Awards Night, on Sunday in Kano.
He said the service recorded N102 billion revenue last year as against N74 billion in 2024, adding that the state has about N200 billion revenue projection for 2026.
Abubakar attributed the feat to bold restructuring, improved compliance frameworks and strengthened partnerships.
He said the service has positioned itself at the forefront of Nigeria’s evolving tax administration sequel to the drafting of the Kano State Revenue Administration Law.
The law, he said, aligned with the national tax regime while preserving the state’s unique strengths.
Abubakar described the consolidation of Area Tax Offices from 28 to 12 Revenue Service Centres as a strategic move towards improving efficiency and oversight.
He said the service recruited 100 new staff, to sustain the reforms, including motor vehicle administration, number plate issuance, improved server uptime and deployment of mobile enforcement equipment.
The chairman announced introduction of a N2,000 Annual Development Levy with a 50 per cent of collections retained at the community level to support grassroot development.
Abubakar said the service would also established state-of-the-art Revenue Service Centres across the state, to replace rented facilities, while integration with the Nigeria Revenue Service would enhance intelligence and data-driven decision-making.
“The service is targeting N200 billion IGR on attainment of full institutional autonomy,” he said.
While ommending personnel of the service, Abubakar urged them to be dedicated and focused.
“The awards presented are a reflection of merit, integrity and exceptional service.
“The future of KIRS is bright, the future of Kano State is brighter, and together, we will continue to set new standards in revenue administration,” he said.
Musa Shanono, Commissioner for Budget and Planning, lauded the service for outstanding performances.
He said the feat achieved was a testament to its dedication and professionalism in enhancing revenue generation in the state.
Also, Fatima Ahmad, Director Human Resource Services, KIRS, congratulated the recipients, adding the awards would inspire them to do more.
The event featured award presentations to outstanding staff in recognition of their exceptional performances.
