The Management of the Kwara Internal Revenue Service, KWIRS has noted public speculation on staff remuneration and attempts to politicise unverified internal administrative communications.
The Service issues this statement to clarify the facts and reaffirm its commitment to professionalism, political neutrality and its statutory mandate.
KWIRS IS AN APOLITICAL PUBLIC INSTITUTION
KWIRS is a professional, apolitical government institution mandated to mobilise revenue for the strategic development of Kwara State. Its operations remain guided by political neutrality, institutional integrity and professional excellence.
Management is concerned by attempts to exploit unverified internal administrative communications for political purposes, create unnecessary tension and distract the Service from its responsibilities. KWIRS will not be distracted from its mandate by such narratives.
CLARIFICATION ON STAFF REMUNERATION
The isolated salary figures being circulated on social media do not represent the full remuneration structure or total emoluments of KWIRS staff. Staff compensation extends beyond regular monthly salaries and includes the following benefits, in accordance with applicable policies and approved arrangements:
Annual and Performance-Related Bonuses: Annual, festive, and situational bonuses linked to revenue performance milestones and staff performance and situational economic palliatives are paid periodically to staff members
Annual Leave Allowance: A separate annual payment in addition to regular monthly remuneration.
Staff Welfare and Operational Support: Structured measures designed to support staff welfare and professional development throughout their careers.
Accordingly, assessing staff remuneration solely on selectively circulated salary figures presents an incomplete picture of the Service’s compensation and welfare structure.
COMMITMENT TO STAFF WELFARE
Management remains committed to staff welfare, motivation and professional development. The Service will continue to strengthen policies and operational processes that support staff well-being and performance, within government-approved resource allocations and applicable administrative frameworks. The Service remains one of the Government Institutions with the most recruitment requests and this is a testament of Management’s commitment to staff welfare.
KWIRS urges members of the public, taxpayers and other stakeholders to disregard unverified and misleading narratives, verify information before sharing it, and rely on official Service communications for accurate information about its operations and staff policies.
All stakeholders are encouraged to refrain from politicising internal administrative matters or spreading claims capable of undermining institutional harmony and public confidence.
KWIRS remains focused on its statutory responsibilities and committed to mobilising revenue for the economic growth and sustainable development of Kwara State.
Signed
Management
Kwara Internal Revenue Service
20/10/2026
