Nigeria: Tax Summaries 25 March 2015

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Nigeria: Nigeria Tax Summaries – 25 March 2015
Last Updated: 2 April 2015
Article by Taiwo Oyedele
PwC Nigeria

Have you ever been in a position where you needed to quickly confirm tax rates, filing deadlines, penalty for default, and other tax obligations? Even if you haven’t, don’t wait until you are stranded.

Download and bookmark a copy of our updated Tax Data Card for 2015 below and find out key but concise information about luxury tax, VAT, withholding tax, personal income taxIncome Tax is a direct levy imposed by governments on the income generated by individuals, corporations, and other entities within a specific jurisdiction. It serves as a major source of revenue for governments and funds various public expenditures, such as infrastructure projects, healthcare, education, national security, and welfare programs. The tax is generally calculated as a percentage of the taxable... More, pension contributions, companies income taxIncome Tax is a direct levy imposed by governments on the income generated by individuals, corporations, and other entities within a specific jurisdiction. It serves as a major source of revenue for governments and funds various public expenditures, such as infrastructure projects, healthcare, education, national security, and welfare programs. The tax is generally calculated as a percentage of the taxable... More and petroleum profit taxCorporate Tax refers to the tax imposed by governments on the income or capital of corporations. Corporations, considered separate legal entities, are taxed on their profits, meaning the income generated from their operational activities, investments, and other financial undertakings. This tax is generally a key revenue source for governments, helping to fund public services, infrastructure, and other essential functions. The... More, among others.

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