The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is set to host the public launch of a book titled ‘Taxation: Essential Knowledge for Nigerian Children’.
The presentation forms part of the activities planned to mark the 2025 Children’s Day celebrations.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the event director, Mr Jerry Adesanwo.
According to Adesanwo, the public launch of the educational book will take place on May 27 in Abuja and will be co-hosted by Arojah Concepts and Sprezzatura Publishing Ltd.
He explained that the book is designed as a straightforward guide to taxation for secondary school students.
“It was authored by Arabinrin Aderonke Ejura Blessing Haruna and edited by Dr M.S. Abubakar.
“The book aims to introduce Nigerian children to basic taxation concepts, fostering financial literacy and civic responsibility from an early age”.
Adesanwo said Dr Zacch Adedeji, Chairman, FIRS, will be Chief Host, while the Vice President of Nigeria, Sen. Kashim Shettima, will be Special Guest of Honour.
The event will feature book reviews, readings by participating schools, as well as fun games and dance dramas.
He noted the occasion as an important step towards promoting tax education among young Nigerians.
It will also lay the foundation for a more responsible and informed citizenry.
