Enugu State has been designated as the South-East Zonal Headquarters of the Office of the Tax Ombud, a move aimed at improving taxpayer support services and strengthen the tax-to-GDP ratio by bringing services closer to individuals and businesses across the region.
The Tax Ombud and Chief Executive of the Office, John Nwabueze, disclosed this during a visit to Governor Peter Mbah at the Government House, Enugu, on Tuesday.
According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Tax Ombud, Chukwudi Achife, the designation reflects Enugu’s strategic economic position in the South-East.
“Recognising Enugu State as one of Nigeria’s foremost industrial and commercial hubs, Dr Nwabueze noted that the state occupies a strategic position in the operations of the Office, given its expanding economic activities and significant contribution to revenue generation,” the statement read.
He said tax-related disputes, including issues of multiple taxation, are common in
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