Israel warned the US of a specific Iranian plot to assassinate President Trump, amid deteriorating relations and ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington.
The CBN assures that all ₦100 banknotes remain valid, urging Nigerians to ignore false claims and rely on official communications to prevent transaction disruptions.
Nigeria’s state governments and the Federal Capital Territory received a total of N2.45 trillion from the federal government between March 2024 and August 2025.
In 2025, Lagos accounted for 52% of Nigeria's VAT, reinforcing its economic dominance, while new tax reforms threaten future revenues amid regional disparities.
Nigeria's external reserves rose by $66m to $46.11bn in January, boosted by strong Brent crude prices and a near two-year high naira, showing improved confidence.
Nigerians face urgent tax compliance warnings as less than 5% file annual returns. Government stresses filing obligations to avoid penalties and audits.
The CBN's revised exchange rate aids importers as the naira appreciates against the dollar, ending January strong at N1,386, bolstered by rising external reserves.
The naira strengthens against the dollar, reaching N1,386.55, reflecting improved FX stability and optimism for 2026 amid rising foreign investments and oil inflows.
The LIRS has announced a one-week extension for the submission of employers’ annual tax returns, shifting the deadline from February 1 to February 7.
Nigeria's 2026 tax reforms has shifted from persuasion to enforcement, with wage incentives for businesses, digital income taxation, and a new era of compliance.
Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of the presidential fiscal policy and tax committee, has disclosed the category of Nigerians who are opposed to the ongoing tax reforms
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