The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has launched a groundbreaking initiative to educate secondary school students in Abuja about the significance of taxation in national development.
The programme aims to instill civic responsibility and foster a culture of tax compliance among young Nigerians, empowering them to contribute to the nation’s growth.
As part of the initiative, FIRS organized awareness sessions led by Collins Omokaro, Special Adviser on Communications and Advocacy.
The sessions provided students with an engaging and transformative learning experience, emphasizing the role of taxation in funding essential services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Educational materials like the “Why We Pay Tax” booklet were distributed, helping simplify complex tax concepts and inspire enthusiastic participation among the students.
According to Omokaro, the initiative seeks to create a ripple effect by turning students into ambassadors of good governance and accountability.
He explained that by influencing their families and communities, these young advocates are expected to nurture a culture of tax compliance that strengthens Nigeria’s economy.
Omokaro explained, “Through this approach, FIRS aims to plant the seeds of civic responsibility early, nurturing a generation that not only understands the importance of taxes but also actively contributes to their community’s progress.
“These dynamic awareness sessions simplified taxation, highlighting its role in funding essential services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
“With vibrant educational materials, students enthusiastically embraced the lessons, sparking conversations about accountability and the collective power of contributing to Nigeria’s growth.
“The goal? To empower students as ambassadors of good governance and national development. With vibrant educational materials, students enthusiastically embraced the lessons, sparking conversations about accountability and the collective power of contributing to Nigeria’s growth.”
He highlighted the initiative’s ripple effect, stating that it is undeniable, as the young advocates will influence their families and communities, creating a culture of tax compliance that strengthens the economy.
