Author: G.Boccacco
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Self-Assessment Tax Explained
Self-assessment tax is a system where individuals calculate their own tax based their on income and submit it to the tax authority, rather than having the government assess it for them.
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Business Premises Levy Explained
This post explores business premises levy in Nigeria, who is liable to pay and how to pay.
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The Lagos IGR Model: What Other States Can Learn
Lagos State consistently generates the highest IGR of any state in Nigeria. Taxes are the major source of this revenue, accounting for over 80% of total IGR. We explore how and why Lagos tax-driven IGR model works and what other states can learn. Lagos State Vs Obasanjo In 2004, after then governor of Lagos State,…
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What Are the Tax Obligations for Nigerians Living Abroad?
Nigeria’s tax system operates on a global income principle: tax residents must pay taxes on income earned anywhere in the world. On paper, it ensures everyone contributes to national development. But in reality, the policy is riddled with gaps.
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How Oil Money Weakened Nigeria’s Democracy
When people fund their government through taxation, they demand results. But in Nigeria, oil money has broken this social contract. A government that doesn’t need your taxes, doesn’t need your voice. By Joshua I. | March 19, 2025 Why Do Some Citizens Care More About Governance Than Others? In countries like Denmark, a pothole sparks…
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Putting the Tax Reform Bills Into Perspective
The aim of the Tax Reform Bills is to simplify a multi-layered tax structure, boost compliance, and generate sustainable revenue for national development.