Sunday February 15, 2026
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The Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service (AKIRS) has announced a change in the process for payment of taxes, levies, and other revenues payable to the Akwa Ibom State Government.
In a public notice issued on Friday, the agency informed taxpayers, employers, corporate organisations, ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), contractors, and the general public that all state taxes must now be paid through AkwaRemit, the state’s approved electronic payment platform.
According to the notice, the new system is part of ongoing reforms by the state government aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and efficiency in revenue collection across the state.
AKIRS stated that with the new arrangement, payments will no longer be made through informal channels, as all transactions are expected to be processed electronically via the official portal at akwaremit.akwaibomstate.gov.ng.
The agency noted that the initiative is designed to curb revenue leakages, enhance record-keeping, and ensure that government funds are properly accounted for.
Taxpayers seeking further clarification were advised to visit the AKIRS Service Support Centre at the Corporate Headquarters, Revenue House, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo, or any AKIRS office statewide. Enquiries can also be made through the agency’s dedicated phone lines.
The notice was signed by the Executive Chairman, Okon Okon, who urged residents and businesses in the state to comply fully with the new payment process in the interest of good governance and public development.
AKIRS reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening revenue administration and called on all stakeholders to support the reforms by paying their taxes promptly through the approved platform.
“For the public good, pay your tax,” the statement concluded.
