Ekiti State government has commended its technology partner, SoftAlliance, for playing a major role in modernising the state’s revenue collection system through its flagship digital solutions, SoftTax and the Central Billing System (CBS).
The recognition came during the 2025 Joint Tax Board Strategic Retreat, which took place at the Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort, Ikogosi, Ekiti State. The retreat, themed “Re-Imagining The Nigerian Tax Ecosystem: Harnessing The Four Tax Reform Laws as Game Changers in Tax Administration”, gathered Executive Chairmen of Internal Revenue Services from the 36 states of the federation to discuss the future of Nigeria’s tax administration.
Governor Biodun Oyebanji, while addressing participants, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to implementing the National Tax Reforms. He also praised the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EKIRS) for its professionalism and innovation in driving the state’s tax processes.
The Chairman of EKIRS, Olaniran Olatona, highlighted the role of SoftAlliance in supporting the state’s revenue growth. He described the company as a trusted technology partner that has consistently worked with EKIRS to achieve significant progress. According to Olatona, SoftAlliance’s solutions, particularly SoftTax and CBS, have transformed the state’s revenue management system.
Through these platforms, Ekiti State has been able to automate tax payments and billing processes, making it easier for residents, including those in the diaspora, to conveniently pay their taxes and land use charges. The automation has boosted efficiency, improved accountability, and encouraged voluntary compliance among taxpayers who now have confidence in how their contributions are being managed.
Figures from EKIRS show that Ekiti’s internally generated revenue (IGR) has grown from about N650 million to over N2 billion within just 26 months, a remarkable increase credited to leadership, innovation, and the deployment of digital technology.
Speaking on the reforms, Olatona noted that the achievements were made possible through the combination of political will, professionalism, and strategic technology adoption. “With systems like SoftTax and CBS, voluntary compliance has significantly increased as taxpayers see the impact of their contributions,” he said.
SoftAlliance, which was also represented at the event, pledged its continued commitment to deepening tax automation not only in Ekiti but across Nigeria. The company said it would continue to align its efforts with the Federal Government’s National Tax Reform agenda, which is aimed at building a transparent, efficient, and technology-driven tax ecosystem for the country.
SoftAlliance is a leading provider of business technology solutions in Africa. The firm offers enterprise solutions, consulting, and digital transformation services to governments, financial institutions, and private organisations. Its track record in Nigeria has positioned it as one of the trusted technology partners supporting public sector reforms.
Analysts say the Ekiti example highlights how technology can significantly improve tax administration in Nigeria. They believe that as more states adopt digital platforms for tax collection, leakages will be reduced, efficiency will improve, and government revenue will increase to fund development projects.
The success of Ekiti also reinforces calls for states to embrace innovation in governance by partnering with private technology firms that can bring in tested solutions. With more states expected to key into the Federal Government’s tax reform drive, stakeholders say the role of companies like SoftAlliance will become increasingly important in shaping the future of Nigeria’s fiscal sustainability.
