NIGERIA: Lagos deploys new digital revenue collection system in August

The Lagos state government has designed the Lagos Revenue Portal (LRP) to simplify government’s revenue collection process. 

It will be officially launched on August 15.

Special adviser to the governor on Taxation and Revenue, Opeyemi Ogungbo, described the portal as a one stop shop for taxpayers because they can perform multiple transactions/payments from the comfort of their homes.

He said: “This advanced technology will streamline our collection processes into a more-friendly and accessible self-service portal for residents because the LRP aggregates all Lagos State bills and payments across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), making it a one-stop-shop for all taxpayers.

“The portal allows Lagosians to manage and print their bills, make payments online through multiple channels (Card, Bank Transfer, POS, USSD, QR Code, etc), from the comfort of their homes or offices. This eliminates the need for physical visits to service stations or bank, saving time and reducing stress for our taxpayers.

“The portal also ensures secure and seamless payment processing, guaranteeing that transactions are both safe and efficient. This means that every payer receives an instant revenue receipt after successful payment, and also allows them to seamlessly validate payments.

“Additionally, the portal facilitates easy payer registration. This means that individuals and businesses can register as payers and access their profiles online. “The LRP also allows for amendment and reversal request. Payers can request changes or reversals on their payments, which significantly reduces errors and disputes along the transaction value-chain; payers, banks and MDAs.

“A comprehensive view of payment history and receipts is another valuable feature of the portal. Users can view and download their payment history (remittance statement) and receipts, providing easy access to their records.”

Ogungbo assured the people of data security, saying ‘LRP is available on both secure web and mobile application channels to allow taxpayers access the portal on-the-go. The portal is also designed to allow for seamless integrations with current and future technologies; thereby allowing for scalability, robustness, confidentiality and data integrity without compromising data privacy regulations’.

He added: “This platform provides Lagosians with timely support and promotes ease-of-doing business, therefore enhancing their overall experience. The LRP is a significant step towards modernising revenue collection and administration in Lagos State. By providing a user-friendly, efficient and secure platform, the government aims to increase compliance, promote transparency, efficient service delivery and grow revenue for developmental projects.”

SOURCE: THE NATION NEWS