Katsina Introduces New Road Tax, Hikes Haulage Fee

The Katsina State Government says it has commenced the implementation of a new order titled ‘Interstate Road Tax Sticker (ISRTS) and Single Haulage Fee (SHF) Order 1.

The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Dikko Radda, Malam Ibrahim Kaula, said in a statement that the move, effective from December 22, was an exercise of the powers vested on the governor by Section 5 (2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended).

He noted, “The order may be referred to as the ISRTS and SHF Order 1. New rates of interstate haulage fee have been established within the state, emphasising some adjustments:

“Vendor increased to N7,500 from N3,500, integrator increased to N4,000 from N1,000, and enforcement increased to N1,500 from N1,000.

“On SHF rates, consultancy is now implemented at N1,500 from N0.00, Vendor Loading/Offloading was also adjusted, while Pick-Up Van introduced at N4,000 rate from N0.00 rate.”

According to Radda, the new rate for Pick-Up Non-Heavy was introduced at N5,500 from N0.00 rate, heavy duty 6/8 tyres set at N8,000 from N0.00 rate, and luxury buses increased to N10,000 from N5,500 rate.

He also said charges for 12/14 tyres and equivalent vehicles were increased to N19,000 from N11,000, while 18 tyres and above at N25,000 from N16,000 old rate.

Radda said the adjustment aimed to sustain effective interstate haulage operations within Katsina State, adding, “These measures are aligned with the state’s commitment to fostering efficient transportation while ensuring a fair and sustainable economic environment.”