…says records intact
Stories by Matthew Denis
The Executive Chairman of Kwara State Internal Revenue Service (KWIRS), Prof. Muritala Awodun has debunked allegation making rounds that some files are missing in the agency.
A statement signed and made available to this medium on Tuesday said “It has been brought to the notice of the Kwara State Internal Revenue Service (KWIRS) the false information being circulated on social media claiming that files were missing upon resumption on Monday 25th February, 2019.
“Contrary to the false report, No staff of the Service or any other Government officials were present at the office premises during the weekend to perform any tasks.
“The Service resumed office on Monday 25th February, 2019 and its staff and activities were welcomed with its usual calm and serene ambiance with its properties, including all documents intact.”
The statement further explained that KWIRS has always been very transparent about the revenue collected and its activities, with such information always available publicly on its website and through regular media parley with media correspondents for the dissemination of information to the residents of Kwara.
“The Service beyond revenue mobilisation has also provided information on the utilisation of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) on several occasions. Note that all revenues are collected directly into State Government accounts, and the KWIRS does not have mandate to access any of those accounts.
“KWIRS condemns the creator and disseminator of false information and finds the behaviour malicious, mischievous and ignorant. The Service enjoins all to be vigilant and always verify information from relevant and authorised quarters.”
The agency assured Kwara residents of unwavering commitment to the mobilisation of revenue for the development of the state while impacting positively in the lives of the people.
