Effective Date: July 1st, 2025
1. Who we are
Bauchi Internal Revenue Service (BIRS), is Bauchi State’s Revenue Generating Agency established with full autonomy by the Bauchi State Tax (Collection, Harmonization and Consolidation) Law 2020 and empowered to collect various taxes and levies due to Bauchi State of Nigeria.
Our website address is: https://birs.bu.gov.ng.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and technical information:
– Full name
– Tax Identification Number (TIN)
– Phone number
– Email address
– Home or business address
– Bank or financial information
– Any additional information provided through online forms (e.g., complaints and inquiries)
In addition, we automatically collect your IP address and technical data such as browser type and device information for security and analytics purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
The personal data collected is used for the following purposes:
– To process tax assessments and maintain accurate taxpayer records
– To respond to inquiries and complaints submitted via our website
– To improve our online services and user experience
– To enhance website security and monitor usage patterns
We may share your information with other government agencies as required by law or to support collaborative service delivery.
4. Your Data Rights
As a user of our services, you have the following rights:
– Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
– Correction: You may request corrections or updates to your personal information.
– Deletion: You may request that your data be deleted, subject to applicable record retention policies and legal obligations.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance site functionality and gather analytics data.
Cookies help us:
– Understand how users navigate our site
– Improve content and features
– Maintain secure sessions
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
6. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your information, including:
– Data encryption
– Secure servers and firewalls
– Access restrictions and authentication procedures
– Regular audits and updates
We follow all standard data protection protocols to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access or misuse.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or store any personal information from minors. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
9. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact:
Bauchi State Internal Revenue Service (BIRS)
Off Ahmadu Bello Way, P.M.B 0029, Bauchi
Email: info@birs.bu.gov.ng