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Adeleke harmonizes multiple taxes to promote ease of doing business in Osun

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January 5, 2024

Adeleke harmonizes multiple taxes to promote ease of doing business in Osun

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has harmonized multiple taxes and levies collected from businesses by various departments of government in the state in order to promote the ease of doing business in Osun.

According to the governor, the policy is part of the initiatives of his administration to improve the economy of the state and encourage the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

Governor Adeleke in a statement highlighted:

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“In continuation of our administration’s effort to improve the state economy and encourage the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), we have completed the harmonization of multiple taxes and levies collected by different government departments, agencies, and ministries across all business sectors of the state economy including the informal sectors into a single bill. This Harmonized Bill curates all levies, which businesses are expected to pay on an annual basis as a single bill.

“This initiative is to promote ease of doing business by ensuring seamless and convenient payment of levies and taxes due to individuals and businesses across the state in equal or unequal tranches and ensure the issuance of Harmonized Bill Certificate upon completion of payment of the total amount.

“I hereby note to all business owners in Osun state both in formal and informal sectors that the official online payment channels for the state is http://pay.irs.os.gov.ng; POS machines in Tax stations across the state; commercial banks across Nigeria; and Money Transfer Services for those outside Nigeria.

“In addition, we have also completed the deployment of Automation System for improved service delivery on payment of rent and lease on government properties; processing of Certificates of Occupancy (C of O) in 45 days; Electronic Affidavit System; Electronic State of Origin and Local Government Area of Origin portal; Mobile tax stations; Online Tax payment system etc.”