The Gombe State Internal Revenue Service (IRS) collected N20.7 billion in revenue during the first six months of 2026, according to a report by The Punch.
The agency has set a full-year target of approximately N39 billion, implying a need to generate roughly N18.3 billion in the second half of the year to meet its fiscal goals.
6% year-on-year increase in collections, underscoring a broader trend of improved tax administration and economic activity across Nigeria.
This sub-federal revenue performance arrives against a backdrop of robust federal fiscal activity.
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) recently disbursed N2.55 trillion to the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), marking a significant surge in government revenue collection.
The federal disbursement followed a 32.6% year-on-year increase in collections, underscoring a broader trend of improved tax administration and economic activity across Nigeria.
Nigeria's overall fiscal position has been bolstered by strong energy sector performance.