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FIRS Inaugurate E- Invoicing Committee for Tax Compliance

On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) formally inaugurated the National E- Invoicing Solution Inter-Agency Steering Committee at its headquarters in Abuja.

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The Federal Inland Revenue Service has inaugurated the National E-Invoicing Solution Inter-Agency Steering Committee as part of its efforts to boost tax compliance, transparency, and efficiency in Nigeria’s tax system.

This was according to a statement shared on the service’s official X handle on Tuesday.

“On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) formally inaugurated the National E- Invoicing Solution Inter-Agency Steering Committee at its headquarters in Abuja”, said the statement.

The event featured a presentation of the roadmap for the implementation of the E-Invoicing Initiative, including key milestones intended to ensure a seamless rollout.

The event featured a detailed presentation outlining the roadmap and strategic milestones for the successful implementation of the E- Invoicing Initiative”, it added.

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Invest in Lagos 3.0 Summit Attracts more than 600 delegates

Ohibaba.com reports that the summit, themed “Lagos: The Business Gateway to Africa,” featured presentations from representatives of the Presidency and the governors of Lagos, Imo, Abia, Plateau, Taraba and Nasarawa states.

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• Representatives of government and private sector delegates at the summit

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He said that addressing transportation challenges would unlock Lagos’ economic potential, reduce travel time, boost productivity and improve returns on investment.

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UBA wins 2026 ‘Banker Technology’ award for AI innovation

UBA’s recognition centres on integrating Leo, its AI-powered chatbot, with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), enabling customers to send funds across borders in local currencies via a conversational interface.

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United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has been named the winner of the African category at the 2026 Banker Technology Award

In its assessment of UBA’s winning entry, The Banker noted that “the bank has cemented its status as a leading digital operator by placing technology at the centre of its growth strategy across more than 20 countries, with this approach most visible in its work on cross-border transfers, spanning digital payments, AI-driven engagement, and e-business”

UBA’s Executive Director Designate, Digital Banking, Emmanuel Lamptey, received the award on behalf of the bank.

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” Africa’s financial future will not be built on branches or borders. It will be built on intelligence, interoperability, and trust at scale,” Lamptey said.