The government of Lakes State says in its first extra-ordinary meeting for 2022 was informed that State Revenue Authority collected 8,461,418 SSP, 4,273 US Dollars.
He explained that the money was collected in January and February 2022 and deposited the money in its account, Good News radio reported.
Governor Tueny asked the council of ministers to decide how to use the money.
Lakes State Acting Information Minister William Koji Kerjok says the report was meant to update the public on the economic sector’s progress.
He attributed the collection to the competence and independence of the State Revenue Authority to oversee, collect, and promote transparency and accountability of state taxes.
Koji said the council agreed to use the money for service delivery in all state government levels.
Koji urges the public and civil organization to build trust with their own government; as Lakes state government is working hard to make sure that its people are protected.
The government has appreciated Revenue authority work in collecting such convincing figures.