PLATEAU STATE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (PSIRS) HOSTS UNIVERSITY OF JOS ECONOMICS STUDENTS ON EDUCATIONAL VISIT

The Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRS) on Monday, 20 July 2026, hosted 100-level students of the Department of Economics, University of Jos, on an educational visit aimed at deepening their understanding of taxation, revenue administration and the role of tax compliance in national development.  

Welcoming the students, the Executive Chairman of PSIRS, Dr. Jim Pam Wayas, stressed the importance of bridging academic learning with real-world practice, noting that such engagements help young people appreciate how taxation supports governance and economic growth. 
 

The visit commenced with an opening prayer, followed by the introduction of PSIRS management staff and members of the visiting academic team from the University of Jos.  

During an interactive session, the Head, Other Taxes and Levies Department, Mr. Paul Arin Yakubu, took the students through the fundamentals of taxation. He explained who is required to pay tax, procedures for payment, applicable timelines for compliance and the major categories of taxes such as Personal Income Tax and Value Added Tax (VAT). He also highlighted how tax revenues support effective governance, infrastructure development and public service delivery at both state and national levels.  

The Director, Taxpayers Services and Education Department, Mrs. Rosemary Amos Mamot, outlined the mandate of her department, which includes educating taxpayers on their civic responsibilities and promoting voluntary compliance. She explained that the department guides taxpayers on registration and filing processes, and responds to enquiries to help them understand their legal obligations.  

Mrs. Mamot further underscored the importance of taxpayer registration and obtaining a Tax Identification Number (TIN), now referred to as the Tax ID, describing it as a basic requirement for conducting business and other official transactions. She noted that the Tax ID enables government to identify taxpayers, monitor compliance and enhance the efficiency of tax administration.  

Also speaking, the Director, Personal Income Tax, Mrs. Afiniki Walbe, briefed the students on how tax assessments are carried out for both the formal and informal sectors. She explained how organisations and individuals can undertake self-assessment and emphasized that self-assessment encourages self-compliance and a stronger tax culture.  

The Head, Tax Audit Department, Mr. Paul Ali Katyen, explained the role of the Audit Department in ensuring compliance. He noted that the department has access to relevant records in order to carry out audits and investigations on taxpayers’ compliance with tax laws and regulations.  

The Executive Assistant to the Secretary to the Service, Mr. Ma’anlat Dawam Dariem Esq., highlighted the penalties for non-payment of taxes and failure to file returns, as well as some of the benefits that accrue to compliant taxpayers.  

In his remarks, the Head, Corporate Communications Department, Mr. Wulashik Lucius Dafaan, spoke on the importance of protecting the image of the Service, particularly in the face of both positive and negative public reports. He encouraged the students to follow PSIRS’ official social media platforms to access accurate information that can support their studies and improve their understanding of tax administration.  

The educational visit provided the students with valuable practical insights into the workings of a tax authority and reinforced the significance of taxation as a key driver of economic growth and sustainable development. The session also featured a question-and-answer segment, during which students engaged PSIRS officials on various aspects of tax policy and administration.  

In closing, the Executive Chairman conferred “Tax Ambassador” status on all the visiting students and assured them that PSIRS remains committed to promoting tax education and strengthening partnerships with educational institutions to foster greater public awareness and voluntary tax compliance.  

@PSIRS Media

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