EKIRS Urges Taxpayers to Meet Filing Deadline, Warns of Sanctions for Defaulters.

The Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EKIRS) has urged taxpayers in the state to file their Individual Annual Tax Returns before the end of April or face sanctions.

The Chairman of EKIRS, Mr Olaniran Olatona, made the appeal on Monday during a radio programme at Adamimogo FM in Ido-Ekiti.

Olatona said that although the official deadline for filing closes on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, following an earlier two-week extension, the service might consider a grace period until the end of April.

He, however, noted that the consideration would depend on the number of taxpayers who demonstrate willingness to comply but are unable to meet the April 14 deadline.

The chairman stressed that the filing process remained free and could be completed online, adding that EKIRS offices were open to assist taxpayers experiencing challenges.

According to him, compliance enables faster processing of Tax Clearance Certificates (TCC), which are required for accessing government contracts, public services, international travel and participation in political activities.

He added that tax return filing also helps the government to assess the economic capacity of residents and the state, thereby enabling more targeted and effective interventions.

On multiple taxation, Olatona said harmonisation would require legislative action and a proper understanding of the complexities involved in tax administration.

He reaffirmed that EKIRS would continue to operate within the law in fulfilling its mandate and serving the people of Ekiti State.