Particularly in these present days of the severe National economic depression which is threatening the solvency of government at all levels and which is already hindering their operations, a robust and dynamic internal revenue system funded largely by taxation is crucial to the well-being of government and by extension, the people of the State.

It will enable government at all levels to meet its heavy financial commitments and obligations; pay salaries, fund development projects, ensure social services and maintain security among others. These are all directed towards the socio-economic development of the people [taxpayers].