{
  "id": 9306750,
  "title": "Anambra revenue agency begins enforcement against non-compliant taxpayers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/anambra-revenue-agency-begins-enforcement-against-non-compliant",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-23T09:52:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/anambra-revenue-agency-begins-enforcement-against-non-compliant-taxpayers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) has begun enforcing tax compliance among individuals, businesses and corporate organizations failing to meet their tax obligations in the state. Executive Chairman Ikeazor Okonkwo announced this during a press briefing at the agency's headquarters in Awka. The enforcement measures come into effect following the expiration of the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration and Tax Regularization Scheme (VAIDS) on September 5. Okonkwo clarified that the scheme allowed taxpayers to settle outstanding liabilities and avail of concessions. However, the period for voluntary tax regularization is now closed, and AIRS has initiated full statutory compliance monitoring and enforcement actions against non-compliant taxpayers, in line with applicable tax laws. Non-compliant taxpayers may face penalties, including issuance and service of final statutory demand notices, sealing, recovery of outstanding tax liabilities through lawful enforcement measures, and prosecution for established tax offences. Okonkwo urged affected taxpayers to take immediate steps to regularize their tax affairs and comply with the applicable tax laws. The enforcement strategy primarily relies on digital systems to minimize physical interaction between tax officials and taxpayers. AIRS has been actively sensitizing the public through various media channels, announcements, and public address systems before launching the enforcement process. The agency is also establishing an alternative dispute resolution mechanism to address legitimate complaints from taxpayers disputing their assessments. Okonkwo emphasized that the focus is on lawfully pursuing outstanding tax obligations while encouraging compliant taxpayers to maintain their status. The agency has compiled a list of non-compliant taxpayers and is working with legal advisers to determine appropriate enforcement procedures.",
  "summary": "The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service has commenced statutory enforcement against individuals and businesses who failed to comply with tax obligations Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-revenue-agency-begins-enforcement-against-non-compliant-taxpayers/",
  "key_points": [
    "Anambra State IRS enforces tax compliance on non-compliant taxpayers.",
    "Enforcement starts after VAIDS scheme ends on September 5.",
    "Penalties include final statutory demand notices and legal action."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Anambra revenue agency begins enforcement against non-compliant taxpayers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/anambra-revenue-agency-begins-enforcement-against-non-compliant-9308079",
        "published": "2026-09-23T09:58:40.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}