As a measure to avoid the over dependence on federal allocation and flush discrepancies encountered in revenue collection, the Anambra state government today launched the Banks' use of point of sale (POS) for Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) collection.

Flagging off the project at the Alex Ekwueme square Awka , Governor Willie Obiano stated that the process is geared towards sealing off the leakages in IGR collection. He said that over 10,000 Ndi Anambra will be gainfully employed with the introduction. The governor listed the levies to be collected to include market stallage fees, sanitation, market development levy, traders tax, decongestion, loading and offloading levies, among others. He urged the banks to show great sense of commitment in the project. Obiano noted that the state's IGR when he assumed office was 500m but currently at 1.3 bn adding that the state is targeting 2.2bn with the launching of the system. The governor expressed confidence at the banks and the agents readiness to work. He urged Ndi Anambra not to pay cash to anybody not fully identified.

Earlier in his remarks, the chairman, committee on the use of POS for IGS collection and deputy governor of the state, Dr. Nkem Okeke further explained that this is to ensure that revenue gets directly to government account so as to enable it develop all infrastructures in the state. He disclosed that 8 banks identified to partner with the state in the use of POS for IGR collection. He listed the banks to include Diamond Bank, First bank, Skye bank, Zenith bank, Fidelity bank, UBA, Sterling Bank and Stanbic IBTC Bank. He posited that the state was divided into zones and each of the banks were allocated zones of collection through the ballot process. He further added that the POS also enhances data collection thus increasing the state's data bank.

Explaining how the system works, the consultant for the system and managing director of Oliswarren group, Chief Olisa Anyauno said that the POS system reverses the system of cash collection. According to him, the system is watertight and is aimed at blocking leakages inherent IGR collection. He explained that the POS system requires the use of the Debit card (ATM card). He posited that all field agents are equipped with POS terminals and will be wearing specially branded uniforms with ID cards. He advised those who don't have ATM cards to pay cash to the agents who will in turn use their ATM cards to make the transaction on their behalf and issue electronic slip. He warned against accepting manual receipts for transactions. Chief Anyauno further disclosed that Anambra is the first state to launch this.

In his vote of thanks, the commissioner of Trade, Commerce and Industry Hon. Ifeatu Onejeme expressed gratitude at the fruition of the process and launching.

The event was graced by the speaker of the state house of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Rita Mmaduagwu, top government functionaries, traditional rulers, Bank managers, member of public.

Source http://www.viviangist.com/anambra-state-goes-cashless-as-obiano-launches-pos-for-igr-collection



Vivian Mary (Ada Media Anambra)

Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

This man taking giant strides in Anambra.

This man has a lot of APC qualities, hopefully he changes his party since he seems to be in conformity with what the APC stands for. Continue with your good works, and you might be the Eastern man that will be projected for the Presidency.

Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

the poster above me is a zombie

Cashless economy is good.

My blessed state always leading in development and humane policies. Proudly from anambra state.

HungerBAD:
Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

This man taking giant strides in Anambra.

This man has a lot of APC qualities, hopefully he changes his party since he seems to be in conformity with what the APC stands for. Continue with your good works, and you might be the Eastern man that will be projected for the Presidency.

Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

APC Zombie spotted

development ba ?

Willie is working

correct guy

Anambra---- cashless
Buhari ---- clueless
Female celebs---- topless
Male celebs---- shirtless
Lalasticlala---heartless(my threads no dey reach fp)
Me---- Headless

Video or i dont believe it

I am wondering how they will detect fake POS? ie If the agents wearing the specially branded uniforms and ID cards bring a POS that is linked to another bank account, how will they know?

HungerBAD:
Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.
This man taking giant strides in Anambra.
This man has a lot of APC qualities, hopefully he changes his party since he seems to be in conformity with what the APC stands for. Continue with your good works, and you might be the Eastern man that will be projected for the Presidency.
Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

Hunger REALLY bad.

HungerBAD:
Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

This man taking giant strides in Anambra.

This man has a lot of APC qualities, hopefully he changes his party since he seems to be in conformity with what the APC stands for. Continue with your good works, and you might be the Eastern man that will be projected for the Presidency.

Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

what's this one even saying?

Phylogeny:
IG for eastern states are usually high

Another emotional facts that does not exist.

blank:
I am wondering how they will detect fake POS? ie If the agents wearing the specially branded uniforms and ID cards bring a POS that is linked to another bank account, how will they know?

Smart Chick..


I would be very impressed if Governor Obiano actually thought that far..

The one problem of Nigeria is not lack of good initiatives, but rather poor implementation.


See as you have already found a loop hole that Oga governor did not bother to explain.

Good initiative. The state Government still need to disemminate this information to the grassroots through its ministry of info.

But come to think of it, Anambra one of the smallest states in terms of Land mass is one of the biggest in terms of initiatives and development.

Proudly Anambra!

Just passing by jaree....

HungerBAD:
Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

This man taking giant strides in Anambra.

This man has a lot of APC qualities, hopefully he changes his party since he seems to be in conformity with what the APC stands for. Continue with your good works, and you might be the Eastern man that will be projected for the Presidency.

Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

funny, keep on decieving yourself

ruggedboy01:
the poster above me is a zombie

I agree

MadCow1:


Smart Chick..


I would be very impressed if Governor Obiano actually thought that far..

The one problem of Nigeria is not lack of good initiatives, but rather poor implementation.


See as you have already found a loop hole that Oga governor did not bother to explain.

The Machines will be handled by 10,000 illiterates who cant doctor it

wow... the way Anambra and Mr Obiano are making raves in the news, you sure say man no go relocate go there so?

MadCow1:
Congratulations Governor Obiano for inventing POS.

just like how GEJ brought Facebook to Nigeria

This governor is always a pacesetter. What Nigeria need to move forward is experienced capitalists and not experienced politicians.

Anambra adigo mma.

NICE ONE!

HungerBAD:
Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

This man taking giant strides in Anambra.

This man has a lot of APC qualities, hopefully he changes his party since he seems to be in conformity with what the APC stands for. Continue with your good works, and you might be the Eastern man that will be projected for the Presidency.

Nice one Governor Willie Obiano.

Hmmmmmmm

Missiles flying already in your direction. Ogbunigwe already loading. The Lord is your saviour for venturing to say the truth.