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TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

This section explains how taxation works in Nigeria. Learn how to file your taxes, understand FIRS, NRS and state tax systems, and stay compliant. Ask questions and get clear answers to avoid costly mistakes.

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Omotoso olamilekan Solomon
Omotoso olamilekan Solomon
Asked: September 13, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Taxation in Nigeria law

Please i knew that,tax will automatically reduced from your interest when investing in Treasury bills because have invested in it, but what about interest of money market mutual funds or about dividends. Secondly i registered my business last year November ...Read more

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Anonymous
Anonymous
Asked: August 24, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

How Is Tax Calculated on ₦50 Million Annual Revenue in Nigeria?

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OluyomiWilliamsImole
OluyomiWilliamsImole
Asked: August 6, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Do I need to worry about penalties if I missed the March 31 tax filing deadline in Nigeria?

Please the last time we were to file tax (March 31st 2026) deadline, I tried getting the tax website of my both my resident and home states both all to no avail, I tried contacting a few friends I know ...Read more

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Anonymous
Anonymous
Asked: July 28, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Will the Tax Authority Question a ₦35 Million Deposit Into My New Business Account in Nigeria?

If I deposited 35 million into my business account as an amount I want to use in beginning my new business, will the tax authority want to know where the money is actually coming from so they can tax it, ...Read more

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Ugwu Samuel
Ugwu Samuel
Asked: July 29, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Do salary earners who pay PAYE need to file annual tax returns in Nigeria?

As a salary earner who pays PAYE. It deducted from my payment every month. Do I need to fill my tax. I want to know because we already pay tax every month

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Anonymous
Anonymous
Asked: July 19, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

How Do I File Company Income Tax (CIT) on Money Market Fund Returns as a Corporate Investor in Nigeria?

I invested 33.2m in MMMF as a corporate investor then I am withdrawing the amount little by little to solve problem, how do I file for CIT even though I will still have some amount left in the MMMF till ...Read more

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PROMISE MADUBUIKE
PROMISE MADUBUIKE
Asked: June 28, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

How Do I Get a Tax Identification Number (TIN) in Nigeria?

How do one get Tax Identification Number in Nigeria?

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Rephaiah
Rephaiah
Asked: June 2, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

How Are Cryptocurrency Profits Taxed in Nigeria Under Current Tax Laws?

Please I’ll like a detailed explanation on how cryptocurrency are taxed here in Nigeria, for instance 1. Interest from trading crypto 2. Income from mining app 3. And other aspects

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AGBI JAMIU OLASUNKANMI
AGBI JAMIU OLASUNKANMI
Asked: May 31, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Is a Business Loan Taxable Income in Nigeria for Tax Purposes?

Good day, I would appreciate some clarification regarding taxation. Assuming I borrow ₦5, 000,000 to start a business and the funds are transferred into my bank account as an inflow, would that amount be subject to tax at the end of the ...Read more

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Mama Ngozi
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Asked: May 26, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

What is PAYE tax in Nigeria? and Why Is It Deducted From Salary?

I recently started working and noticed that my employer deducts PAYE tax from my salary every month before paying me. Honestly, I’m still confused about how this PAYE tax works in Nigeria and why it is compulsory for salary earners. I want ...Read more

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