In La Dade-kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA), revenue is an essential component of the municipality’s development agenda. To ensure sustainable development, the assembly must generate adequate revenue to fund its programs and projects. However, revenue collection can be challenging, especially when the people are not aware of their obligations and the benefits of paying taxes.

To bridge this gap, the LaDMA appointed an information officer, Mr. John Doku, to spearhead revenue education and awareness initiatives. Mr. Doku has been instrumental in designing and implementing programs aimed at educating the public on revenue issues and encouraging compliance.

One of the most effective tools that Mr. Doku has employed is radio announcements. Radio is a popular medium of communication in the municipality, and Mr. Doku has leveraged it to reach a broader audience. He has partnered with local radio stations to host programs that educate the public on revenue issues, including the benefits of paying taxes, the consequences of defaulting, and the processes involved in paying taxes.

Through these programs, Mr. Doku has been able to demystify revenue collection and address misconceptions that people may have about taxes. He has emphasized the importance of revenue collection in funding public services and promoting development in the municipality. Mr. Doku has also created platforms for the public to engage with revenue officials, ask questions, and seek clarifications on revenue-related issues.

The information officer has also been active in engaging with stakeholders such as traders, artisans, and other small-scale business owners. He has held workshops and training sessions aimed at sensitizing these groups on revenue collection and compliance. By reaching out to these groups, Mr. Doku has been able to create awareness on the importance of revenue collection among a crucial segment of the population.

Overall, Mr. John Doku’s efforts in revenue education and awareness have yielded positive results. The public is now more aware of their obligations and the benefits of paying taxes. Compliance rates have improved, and revenue collection has increased, providing a much-needed boost to the municipality’s development agenda.

In conclusion, the LaDMA’s revenue education and awareness initiatives, led by Mr. John Doku, demonstrate the power of education and awareness in promoting compliance and sustainable development. Through radio announcements and engagements with stakeholders, the education officer has been able to reach a broad audience and create awareness on revenue-related issues. His efforts have contributed significantly to the municipality’s revenue collection and development efforts.