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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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Peculiar
Peculiar
Asked: March 31, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Why is tax filing for personal income starting this year instead of 2027 under the new tax law?

Hi Iking I have heard this a lot but I sincerely don’t understand. The new tax law took effect this January 2026, which means that our first tax filing will be due next year. So, why are we filing ...Read more

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Rephaiah
Rephaiah
Asked: March 30, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

How Is Tax Applied on Mutual Fund Interest in Nigeria When Earnings Are Reinvested Quarterly?

1. If interest on mutual funds are reinvested quarterly and I want to withdraw my capital before the quarterly reinvestment of the interest, will I be taxed on my initial deposit? 2. The 10% tax on interest in a mutual ...Read more

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Anonymous
Anonymous
Asked: March 30, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Do New Employees in Lagos State Nigeria Need to File Personal Income Tax Before Receiving Their First Salary?

Sir, will someone that just got fully employed by the Lagos state government also file his tax? His yet to be paid any salary or even gotten any tax ID yet. How would such person go about it without facing ...Read more

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Lateefah
Lateefah
Asked: March 29, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Does the March 31 Tax Filing Deadline Apply to Newly Registered Limited Companies in Nigeria?

I just registered my business as a limited by January this year. Does this Filing of tax before 31st of this month that is circulation also applies to my business as well?

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

How Do I File Personal Income Tax in Nigeria Without an Agent Step by Step for Beginners?

How do I file personal income tax in Nigeria without an agent? Can you show me step by step like you’re talking to a primary school pupil? If I don’t work in Nigeria but operate a bank account in Nigeria, ...Read more

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Melody pius
Melody pius
Asked: March 26, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

What Is Annual Return, Do Individuals Without a Registered Business Need to File It, and What Are the Penalties for Not Filing in Nigeria?

Is it important for person without a registered business to file an annual return? What are the possible penalty for not filing?

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rapmike
rapmike
Asked: March 26, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

How Do You Pay Personal Income Tax in Nigeria, and Is It Monthly or Annually?

How does someone pay his personal tax? Does he go to website or through his bank account? Is it every month or at the end of the year? What is the process like

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Hemriz
Hemriz
Asked: March 27, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Do You Pay Tax When Selling Stocks in Nigeria, and How Much Is the Capital Gains Tax?

When one sells his/her stock, does tax apply and how much???

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Danny
Danny
Asked: March 26, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

What Should You Look for in a Company’s Financial Statements Before Investing?

When reading a company’s financial statement what should I look at in the statement, is it only the profit/loss,cash position,assets and debt level I should look at or the whole information in the financial statement, because some of them maybe ...Read more

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Dominic Iyasele
Dominic Iyasele
Asked: March 26, 2026In: TAX & GOVERNMENT FINANCE

Is the March 31 Tax Filing Deadline for This Year or the Next Year in Nigeria?

Hello community. I’ve been seeing March 31 as the deadline for tax filing for individuals earning Personal Income Tax. Pls, I want to know if it is for this year or next year? I initially thought tax filing will be ...Read more

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