Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA) has eulogised the executive chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr Zacch Adedeji for his outstanding performance and exemplary leadership in tax administration in Nigeria.
The technical assistant to the FIRS chairman on media, Mr Sikiru Akinola, said in a statement that CATA’s executive director, Dr Esther Koisin and the chairman, Mr Mahmad Noor, made the remark during the 96th management committee meeting of the body held in the United Kingdom on Thursday.
According to the statement, the CATA executives praised Adedeji particularly for his invaluable contributions and strategic insight provided he provided by Adedeji during his tenure as president of the group.
Besides, they also acknowledged the unwavering support of FIRS and by extension Nigeria to the association.
They also acknowledged the significant role played by Nigerian officials, including the country representative and correspondent, in supporting CATA’s secretariat and enhancing Nigeria’s contribution to the global tax community.
In his reaction, Adedeji said he was motivated by his colleagues’ commendations and pledged to continue to join others in the advancement of tax administration within the commonwealth.
The statement said under Adedeji’s leadership of FIRS, tax revenue has been a pivot of fiscal stability of the three tiers of government, accounting for almost 65 per cent of the total accruals to the federation account in 2024.
Headquartered in London with members drawn from 47 countries, CATA seeks to promote and enhance efficient tax administration among member countries with special focus on developing economies.
