Enugu State recorded ₦406.77 billion in internally generated revenue in 2025, a sharp increase from the ₦180.5 billion realised in 2024, according to the Executive Chairman of the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service, Emmanuel Ekene Nnamani.
Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Nnamani said the figure represents about 80 per cent of the ₦509.9 billion revenue target set in the state’s 2025 budget.
He described the performance as a major boost to the state’s fiscal strength and sustainability under Governor Peter Mbah.
He noted that the revenue surge marks a 125 per cent growth compared to the previous year and reflects deliberate reforms aimed at reducing dependence on federal allocations.
The ESIRS boss traced the state’s revenue trajectory over recent years, stating that Enugu generated ₦26.8 billion in 2022 and ₦37.4 billion in 2023 before climbing to ₦180.5 billion in 2024 and ₦406.7 billion in 2025.
According to him, shortly after assuming office in 2023, Governor Mbah directed the revenue service to significantly expand the state’s income base and ensure that recurrent expenditures such as salaries, pensions, and overheads are funded largely through internal sources.
Nnamani explained that non-tax sources accounted for the bulk of the 2025 revenue, contributing ₦355.2 billion, while tax revenue stood at ₦51.5 billion.
He attributed the growth in non-tax income to the recovery, revitalisation, and optimisation of previously dormant state assets.
He added that tax collection also improved significantly, rising by 72 per cent from ₦30 billion in 2024 to ₦51.5 billion in 2025, driven by reforms, technology deployment, and efforts to block revenue leakages.
Looking ahead, the state has set an ambitious target of ₦870 billion in internally generated revenue for 2026.
Nnamani acknowledged that pro-citizen tax reforms may initially affect collections but expressed confidence that improved compliance and economic activity would sustain growth.
He said increased willingness among residents and businesses to pay taxes has been encouraged by visible development projects across the state, including new smart schools, healthcare centres, transport infrastructure, and major public investments.
