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Delta’s Annual IGR Reaches ₦110 Billion, Says Commissioner

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Charles Aniagwu, Delta Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information on Saturday, disclosed that the state’s Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, has grown to over N110 billion annually.

Mr Aniagwu in a statement made available to newsmen in Asaba on Saturday, said the state IGR witnessed remarkable growth under the administration of Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori, from N70 billion in the last administration of the Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa led administration.

He said though the IGR has increased but the percentage increase compared to the state’s budget of nearly N1 trillion showed a perceived decrease in the IGR.

“The IGR has increased significantly. Under the previous administration, it rose to ₦70 billion from ₦40 billion, Gov. Oborevwori has now taken it beyond ₦110 billion.

“This arises because percentages are relative to the budget size, which has grown from over ₦700 billion to nearly ₦1 trillion,” Aniagwu said.

He said that the governor’s strategic approach to revenue generation, was not designed to burden residents but to expand the tax net.

“Our strategy is rooted in empowering people rather than taxing them into hardship.

“By improving human capital and opening up new communities, we are enabling residents to participate in the economy more effectively.

“When people see tangible benefits from their taxes, they will willingly contribute,” he said.

Mr Aniagwu said the administration’s focus was on fostering equitable economic growth by ensuring that taxation aligns with developmental benefits.

“Gov. Oborevwori’s principle of taxation is simple: let the people see what their contributions are doing and they will support it wholeheartedly.

“It’s not about extracting money, it’s about creating an enabling environment where everyone can thrive,” he said.

He said that the government’s efforts to improve infrastructure, healthcare, and education were pivotal; addressing long-standing challenges and unlocking economic potentials in underserved areas, and building a more inclusive state.

Mr Aniagwu lauded Mr Oborevwori’s commitment to transparency, and his open-door policy and willingness to receive constructive feedback.

“The governor recently said in a meeting, ‘Don’t tell me about what I have done well; tell me what I need to improve on. This is a leader who listens and is genuinely focused on the needs of the people,” he said.

Mr Aniagwu, who resumed office as Commissioner for Public Information earlier in the week, commended the governor for prioritizing impactful governance over political distractions.

“Governor Oborevwori is not looking for praise; he’s focused on delivering results. His dedication to infrastructure and human capital development speaks for itself,” he added.

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