CITN partners Corvendra to drive AI-powered tax compliance nationwide

In a landmark development poised to transform Nigeria’s tax administration landscape, the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Corvendra Limited to deploy an artificial intelligence-powered tax compliance platform, TaxPadi, across the country.

The agreement, signed on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Abuja, represents a significant step toward integrating technological innovation with professional oversight. It underscores CITN’s commitment to modernising Nigeria’s tax ecosystem and strengthening compliance through digital solutions.

The collaboration will focus on three key areas: deployment of the TaxPadi platform across the tax profession, capacity building and training for tax practitioners, and promotion of digital compliance and data-driven tax advisory.

With increasing pressure on governments to enhance revenue mobilisation and improve compliance, this initiative is expected to significantly boost voluntary tax compliance and reduce systemic inefficiencies.

The CITN delegation was led by its 17th president, Innocent Chinyere Ohagwa and included Simon Nwanmaghyi Kato (vice president); Titilayo Eni-Itan Fowokan (deputy vice president); and Afolake Oso (registrar/chief executive).

The Corvendra team was led by its chief executive officer, Fisayo Caleb Sangogboye, alongside Samuel Adeyemi, managing partner (Consulting), and Gabriel Abba, chief operating officer.

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At the core of the partnership is TaxPadi, an AI-driven platform designed to streamline tax computation, filing, and advisory services while ensuring full compliance with Nigeria’s tax regulations.

The initiative directly addresses longstanding challenges within the tax system, including reliance on manual processes, fragmented compliance frameworks, and limited digital adoption – particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Sangogboye described the collaboration as a strategic intervention aimed at building a more efficient and intelligent tax system, noting that it will enhance accuracy, speed, and transparency in tax practice.

In his remarks, the CITN president, Ohagwa, reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to innovation and professional excellence. He emphasised that the partnership aligns with CITN’s statutory mandate to advance tax practice and uphold the highest standards within the profession.

This partnership reflects a growing synergy between professional institutions and technology providers, positioning CITN at the forefront of digital tax transformation in Nigeria.

Iheanyi Nwachukwu

Iheanyi Nwachukwu, is a creative content writer with almost two decades journalism experience writing on banking, finance, capital markets, and tax. The multiple awards winning journalist is Assistant Editor, BusinessDay. Iheanyi holds BSc Degree in Economics from Imo State University; Master of Science (MSc) Degree in Management from University of Lagos. Iheanyi has attended several work-related trainings including (i) Advanced Writing and Reporting Skills (Pan African University, Lagos); (ii) News Agency Journalism (Indian Institute of Mass Communication {IIMC}, New Delhi, India); and (iii) Capital Markets Development and Regulations (International Law Institute {ILI} of Georgetown University, Washington DC, USA). Other trainings Iheanyi attended include: Economic/Political Risk Analysis (By Thomson Reuters Foundation); International Financial Journalism (IFJ) (By PMA Media Training, UK); Effective Business Writing Skills (By Phillips Consulting); Reporting on Corporate Governance (By International Finance Corporation (IFC) & Thomson Reuters Foundation UK); etc. In addition, he has participated in high-level economy & markets events in Dubai, South Africa, Morocco, and other African countries like Zambia, Ghana and Gambia.