The Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, has reaffirmed the institution's commitment to maintaining a transparent, accountable, and efficient revenue system following a courtesy visit by officials of the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS).
The visit, which took place at the university's administrative headquarters, provided an opportunity for both institutions to strengthen their relationship and discuss strategies for promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance in revenue administration.
Welcoming the KGIRS delegation, the Vice-Chancellor described the visit as timely and important, noting that collaboration between educational institutions and government agencies is essential for effective governance and sustainable development.
He reiterated the university's commitment to operating an open and transparent financial management system, emphasizing that accountability remains one of the core principles guiding the administration of Prince Abubakar Audu University.
According to the Vice-Chancellor, the university will continue to ensure that all statutory financial obligations are met while adopting best practices that enhance public trust in its financial operations.
He also commended the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service for its efforts to modernize tax administration and improve revenue generation across the state through technology-driven initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
The KGIRS delegation, in its remarks, applauded the university management for its willingness to collaborate with the agency and expressed confidence that stronger institutional partnerships would contribute to improved revenue compliance and sustainable economic development in Kogi State.
Officials of the revenue service highlighted the importance of tax compliance by public institutions, explaining that internally generated revenue plays a critical role in financing infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other essential government services.
The agency also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting institutions through continuous engagement, public education, and the deployment of digital solutions that simplify revenue collection and improve transparency.
During the meeting, both parties discussed areas of mutual interest, including strengthening financial accountability, enhancing compliance with existing tax regulations, and promoting efficient revenue management practices within the university.
The engagement reflects the growing emphasis by government institutions on building stronger partnerships that encourage transparency, improve public sector accountability, and support economic growth.
Education stakeholders have welcomed the collaboration, noting that transparent financial systems are essential for strengthening public confidence in higher institutions and ensuring that available resources are effectively utilized for teaching, research, and infrastructure development.
The courtesy visit concluded with a renewed commitment from both the university management and the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service to sustain their partnership in advancing good governance, financial transparency, and institutional excellence.
The development underscores the importance of collaboration between academic institutions and government agencies in promoting accountability, efficient revenue administration, and sustainable development across Kogi State.