Enugu sets flat levy for traders as revenue rises
Enugu State has introduced a harmonised ₦36,000 annual levy for traders and informal sector operators. Ekene Nnamani, chairman of the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service, said this move aims to eliminate multiple taxation and streamline payments. The new system has significantly boosted the state’s internally generated revenue, which rose from less than ₦100 million to ₦7.4 billion within a year. The initiative also leverages technology to ensure transparency and ease of payment.
What we know
- Ekene Nnamani announced that traders now pay a flat ₦36,000 annual levy covering multiple fees, replacing previous fragmented collections.
- The harmonised levy includes presumptive tax, environmental fees, business premises charges, signage fees, and market union dues.
- A technology-driven “one-stop-shop” payment system with e-tickets has been in use for two years to facilitate payments and distribute funds automatically.
- The reform extends to transport operators, allowing them to pay once and avoid repeated levies across different local government areas.
- Mark Abani warned that tax defaulters face penalties, fines, and possible prosecution, stressing the need for proper documentation and transparency.
