The Executive Chairman of the Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRS), Jim Pam Wayas, has announced a groundbreaking agenda to revolutionize tax administration in the state. Speaking at a high-profile meeting with members of the Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association (PLABOMA) in Jos, Wayas unveiled innovative strategies aimed at fostering a business-friendly environment and boosting public awareness of tax obligations.
In a bold move to engage taxpayers at the grassroots, Wayas emphasized a hybrid approach of traditional outreach and digital campaigns. “Direct engagement is crucial, especially for the informal sector. People need to understand their tax obligations and how government initiatives support their businesses,” he stated.
Highlighting the critical role of small and nano enterprises, which contribute 60% of Plateau’s GDP, Wayas revealed plans to simplify tax processes and support these vital businesses. He also announced major infrastructural upgrades, including the modernization of the Jos Abattoir to meet global export standards.
In a forward-thinking strategy, Wayas outlined plans to harness emerging revenue streams in the digital economy, betting, and the creative industry, signalling a new era of innovation in the state’s revenue generation.
The PSIRS Chairman called for greater stakeholder collaboration and urged compliance from all businesses, including digital creators, to drive mutual growth. “Our goal is to stimulate economic progress, not stifle it,” Wayas concluded.
Stay tuned as Plateau charts a transformative path in tax administration!
