Enugu State records lowest tax revenue-to-IGR ratio in 2025
Enugu State generated N406.7 billion in IGR in 2025, with only N51.52 billion (12.67%) coming from tax revenues.
In Brief
- •Enugu State generated N406.7 billion in IGR in 2025, with only N51.52 billion (12.67%) coming from tax revenues.
- •Abia State led with 100% of its IGR coming from taxes, while Enugu recorded the lowest tax-to-IGR ratio.
- •Governor Peter Mbah attributed Enugu's revenue growth to reforms, innovation, and economic diversification.
Why It Matters
Enugu State's low tax revenue-to-IGR ratio highlights the state's reliance on non-tax revenues, which may indicate challenges in tax administration or economic diversification. This could have implications for the state's fiscal policy and economic development strategies. The governor's emphasis on innovation and revenue diversification suggests a shift in approach to revenue generation, which could serve as a model for other states.
Key Details
- Total IGR
- N406.7 billion
- Tax Revenue
- N51.52 billion (12.67%)
- Abia State Tax Revenue
- 100% of N70.41 billion IGR
- FCT Tax Revenue
- 100% of N356.34 billion IGR
Context & Background
Enugu State had previously been rated as number one in IGR growth among the 36 states and the FCT, coming only behind Lagos and Rivers States. The state's low tax revenue-to-IGR ratio contrasts with other states that rely heavily on tax revenues for their IGR.
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