By Samson Obande,  Lafia

The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Internal Revenue Service, NSIRS, Alhaji Ibrahim Sarki Adamu, FCNA, FCTI, has urged members of staff to demonstrate diligence, commitment and professionalism as the Service embarks on a new phase of institutional transformation aimed at strengthening property tax administration and enhancing Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, in the state.

Alhaji Adamu made the call on Monday while declaring open a two-day Capacity Building Training on Property Tax facilitated by Epeyola Media Production and Consultancy, held at the Board Room of the NSIRS Corporate Headquarters in Lafia.

Addressing participants, the NSIRS boss emphasized that the success of the ongoing reforms depends largely on the dedication of every staff member.

“This transformation will succeed or fail on your diligence. I recognize that new targets and systems bring pressure. I promise we will build this together,” he stated.

He assured staff that management remains committed to creating a supportive and enabling work environment that promotes productivity, transparency and excellence.

To ensure inclusivity, Alhaji Adamu announced that a confidential staff survey would be conducted before any organizational restructuring to enable employees to share their views and concerns.

“We will listen. A confidential staff survey will precede organizational restructuring,” he assured.

On staff development, the Executive Chairman pledged continuous investment in human capital through regular training programmes and the provision of modern digital tools to improve efficiency and service delivery.

“We will equip you. Training and modern digital tools will be provided,” he added.

He further promised that exceptional performance would be rewarded through a transparent and merit-based recognition system, while reaffirming his commitment to protecting officers from undue external interference in the lawful discharge of their duties.

“We will reward you. Outstanding performance will be recognized transparently. 

We will protect you. I will tolerate zero external interference in the lawful execution of your duties,” he declared.

The NSIRS Chairman encouraged participants to maximize the opportunity presented by the training by asking critical questions, identifying operational bottlenecks, and proposing practical solutions to strengthen the Service’s property tax administration.

“Please use these two days to raise hard questions, identify bottlenecks, and define what you need to succeed,” he urged.

The two-day training is part of the Service’s strategic efforts to strengthen staff capacity, improve technical competence in property tax administration, enhance voluntary tax compliance, and support ongoing reforms aimed at expanding the revenue base of Nasarawa State.