By Tochukwu Bliss, Abuja
The Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA), yesterday, commended the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji, for his outstanding performance and exemplary leadership.
Mr. Adedeji’s global recognition came during the 96th management committee meeting of CATA held at Broadway House, United Kingdom, on Thursday.
A statement by his Technical Assistant on Media, Sikiru Akinola, said CATA’s Executive Director, Dr Esther Koisin, and the Chair, Mahmad Noor, were full of praise for the invaluable contributions and strategic insight provided by Mr. Adedeji in the administration of the body.
Apart from his strategic input, they were said to have also acknowledged the unwavering support of the FIRS and by extension Nigeria to the association.
Ms. Koisin further acknowledged the significant role played by Nigerian officials, including the country representative and correspondent, in supporting CATA’s secretariat and enhancing Nigeria’s contribution to the global tax community.
Under Mr. Adedeji’s leadership of FIRS, tax revenue has been a pivot of fiscal stability of the three tiers of government with tax accounting for almost 65% of the total accruals to the Federation Account in 2024.
Responding, Mr. Adedeji, who is the immediate past President of CATA, said he was motivated by his colleagues’ commendations, pledging to continue to join others in the advancement of tax administration within the Commonwealth.
Headquartered in London with members drawn from 47 countries, CATA seeks to promote and enhance efficient tax administration among member countries with special focus on developing economies.
Mr. Adedeji was lauded for his invaluable contributions and strategic insight provided in the administration of CATA.
