The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has ordered all commercial banks in Nigeria to immediately shut down unauthorised tax and levy collection accounts that are not integrated into its official TaxPro Max system.
The directive, announced in a notice signed by FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji and made public through his Special Adviser on Media, Dare Adekanmbi, is part of the agency’s drive to promote transparency, improve efficiency, and ensure uniformity in tax collection and reconciliation processes nationwide.
All banks participating in the FIRS Collection, Remittance and Reconciliation Scheme have been instructed to process tax-related transactions solely through the TaxPro Max platform, which generates valid tax assessments. Any account not authorised through this system must be discontinued immediately.
“We count on your cooperation to ensure a smooth transition to this centralised system, thereby contributing to a more transparent and efficient tax collection process,” the notice stated.
TaxPro Max, developed locally in Nigeria, is a digital platform that enables key tax functions such as taxpayer registration, return filings, payment processing, and issuance of tax clearance certificates. The system was launched to streamline operations as part of the agency’s broader goal of fully digitalising tax administration in the country.
The FIRS also urged taxpayers and stakeholders requiring assistance or clarification on the directive to contact its Revenue Accounting and Refund Department (RAAD) for guidance.
The move comes as the FIRS intensifies its efforts to block revenue leakages and improve compliance across the federal tax system.
