2 h. ago Reps tax probe c’ttee vows swift report submission, uphold integrity

Nigeria’s House of Reps committee investigates alleged alterations in gazetted Nigerian tax laws, vowing a swift report to uphold legislative integrity. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-tax-probe-cttee-vows-swift-report-submission-uphold-integrity/

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17 h. ago Suspend Tax Law Implementation, Bar Association Tells Tinubu

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) states that the controversies surrounding the recently enacted tax reform acts raise doubts about the integrity and transparency of Nigeria’s lawmaking process. On Wednesday, Abdussamad Dasuki, a member of the House of Representatives from Sokoto, claimed that the gazetted tax laws are different from the version passed by the National […]

Economics

24 h. ago “Forgery Of Tinubu’s Tax Law Is Treason Against Nigerians, Assault On Democracy” – Atiku

PRESS RELEASE The illegal and unauthorized alterations made to Nigeria’s tax legislation after passage by the National Assembly represents a brazen act of treason against the Nigerian people and a direct assault on our constitutional democracy. This draconian overreach by the executive branch undermines the foundational principle of legislative supremacy in the making of laws. […] The post “Forgery Of Tinubu’s Tax Law Is Treason Against Nigerians, Assault On Democracy” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Presidency Clarifies Controversy Over Alleged Discrepancies In New Tax Laws

The Presidency has clarified reports of discrepancies in the new tax reform laws scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026, insisting that claims circulating in the media were based on misinformation. This followed growing criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, lawmakers, and several civil society groups, […]

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52 h. ago ‘Wait For Lawmakers’ Findings On Alleged Tax Law Discrepancies,’ Oyedele Tells Nigerians

The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience and await the outcome of investigations by the House of Representatives into alleged discrepancies in the recently gazetted tax laws. The call followed claims by the lawmaker representing Kebbe/Tambuwal federal constituency of Sokoto State, Abdussamad Dasuki, […]

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2 d. ago Another Rep Confirms Alleged Alterations To New Tax Laws, Calls For Suspension Of Implementation

A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Mansur Manu Soro (Bauchi State), has called for the immediate suspension of the new Tax Laws, 2025, citing what he described as “existence of material discrepancies between the bills duly passed by the National Assembly and the versions subsequently gazetted.” In a statement released on Sunday, Hon. […]

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3 d. ago Another Rep confirms alleged alterations to tax laws, calls for suspension of implementation

says he’s working with other lawmakers to raise issue, as matter of urgent national importance, Tuesday A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Mansur Manu Soro (Bauchi State), has called for the immediate suspension of the Tax Laws, 2025, citing what he described as “existence material discrepancies between the bills duly passed by the […]

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3 d. ago Tax system: Nigeria’s greatest days are still ahead – Rep Isiaka

The lawmaker promised to remain accountable to his constituents, measured by the consistency of his presence....

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6 d. ago Reps set up panel to probe alleged alterations in gazetted tax laws

The House of Representatives has set up a seven-member ad-hoc committee to investigate alleged discrepancies between Nigeria’s gazetted tax laws read more Reps set up panel to probe alleged alterations in gazetted tax laws

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6 d. ago Reps probe airport, power, port, tax agreements with foreign companies, others

The House of Representatives on Wednesday vowed to investigate all agreements, treaties and Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) entered into and signed between Nigeria and other parties.

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7 d. ago Tax laws passed by N’Assembly different from gazzeted version, Rep alleges

Abdussamad Dasuki, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has alleged discrepancies between the tax reform bills passed by the read more Tax laws passed by N’Assembly different from gazzeted version, Rep alleges

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7 d. ago UPDATED: Lawmakers claim tax laws altered, warn of constitutional breach

Nigerian lawmakers allege recently passed tax laws were altered after passage, warning of a constitutional breach and potential legal invalidation. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-reps-raise-the-alarm-over-alterations-of-tax-laws/

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1 week ago NRS and JRB replace FIRS and JTB in shift toward modern revenue management

The country’s most recognisable tax institutions, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Joint Tax Board (JTB), are being read more NRS and JRB replace FIRS and JTB in shift toward modern revenue management

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1 week ago Yuletide: Reps Call On FG To Grant Tax Waivers Amid Airfare Hikes

The resolution came after a debate on the soaring cost of flight fares. However, the lawmakers rejected proposals to subsidize airline tickets. The post Yuletide: Reps Call On FG To Grant Tax Waivers Amid Airfare Hikes appeared first on Channels Television.

Economics

2 w. ago Alleged CGT implementation fear triggers fresh debate, after investors’ sell

FRESH controversy has engulfed the Nigerian capital market as fears over the alleged implementation of a higher Capital Gains Tax (CGT) continue to rattle investors despite repeated official clarifications. The anxiety, which persists even as authorities insist that most retail investors remain exempt, has triggered a wave of sell-offs that wiped out trillions of naira […]

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2 w. ago Reps summon bank CEOs over illegal tax deduction, sundry charges

"We have given a deadline that any bank that fails to submit the requested documents on...

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2 w. ago CCB chair urges young Nigerians to reject bribes, uphold integrity

CCB Chairman urges Nigerian youth to fight corruption by rejecting bribes and upholding integrity, stating their choices define the nation’s future. Read More: https://punchng.com/ccb-chair-urges-young-nigerians-to-reject-bribes-uphold-integrity/

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2 w. ago Mixed experiences trail TIN registration amid new JTB initiatives

Nigerians continue to report frustrations over delays and inconsistencies in the issuance of Tax Identification Numbers (TIN), even as the Joint Tax Board (JTB) rolls out new services, including a diaspora TIN platform and stricter oversight for virtual assets. Several taxpayers have highlighted disparities in the registration process. One user on X (formerly Twitter) lamented: […]

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2 w. ago Financial sector leads corporate tax contributions in Q2 2025

The latest statistics from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveals that Nigeria’s corporate income tax collections continue to be dominated by the financial sector, underscoring its pivotal role in government revenue generation. According to the NBS Corporate Income Tax report for the second quarter of 2025, the financial and insurance sector contributed the highest […]

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2 w. ago Credible financial reporting boosts citizens’ trust in tax system — Oyedele

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has said that credible financial reporting and ethical leadership are critical to restoring citizens’ trust in

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