The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS) has reiterated its commitment to eliminating illegal tax collection and extortion across the state.

Speaking in Lokoja on Wednesday, the Executive Chairman of KGIRS, Alhaji Sule Enehe, warned individuals exploiting transport unions to extort money from motorcycle and tricycle operators to desist or face prosecution.

Enehe condemned the activities of these impostors at key junctions and emphasized that only KGIRS is legally empowered to collect state revenue. He called on security agencies to assist in enforcing the law and vowed relentless action against offenders.

He also highlighted the state’s ongoing implementation of the Land Use Charge Law, which he said would boost infrastructure, improve public services, and support the development of smart cities in Kogi.