Federal lnland revenue service news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in Nigeria:

Recent News Articles:

  1. FIRS Generates N5.89 Trillion Revenue in 2020: The FIRS has announced that it generated N5.89 trillion in revenue in 2020, representing a 21.2% increase from the N4.83 trillion generated in 2019. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. FIRS Introduces New Tax Regime for Online Businesses: The FIRS has introduced a new tax regime for online businesses in Nigeria, requiring them to register and pay taxes on their income. (Source: The Punch)
  3. FIRS Warns Taxpayers Against Late Payment of Taxes: The FIRS has warned taxpayers against late payment of taxes, saying that late payment attracts penalties and interest. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
  4. FIRS Launches Online Tax Payment Platform: The FIRS has launched an online tax payment platform, allowing taxpayers to pay their taxes online. (Source: Daily Trust)
  5. FIRS Partners with Banks to Improve Tax Collection: The FIRS has partnered with some banks in Nigeria to improve tax collection, allowing taxpayers to pay their taxes through the banks. (Source: This Day Live)

Recent Updates:

  1. FIRS Introduces New Tax Identification Number (TIN) Card: The FIRS has introduced a new TIN card, which is a biometric-based identification card that replaces the old TIN certificate. (Source: FIRS Website)
  2. FIRS Launches Taxpayer Education and Awareness Program: The FIRS has launched a taxpayer education and awareness program, aimed at educating taxpayers on their tax obligations and responsibilities. (Source: FIRS Website)
  3. FIRS Increases Tax Revenue by 15% in Q1 2022: The FIRS has announced that it generated N1.43 trillion in tax revenue in the first quarter of 2022, representing a 15% increase from the same period in 2021. (Source: FIRS Website)

Upcoming Events:

  1. FIRS Taxpayer Education and Awareness Program: The FIRS will be hosting a taxpayer education and awareness program in various states across Nigeria, aimed at educating taxpayers on their tax obligations and responsibilities. (Source: FIRS Website)
  2. FIRS Tax Payment Deadline: The FIRS has announced that the deadline for payment of taxes for the 2022 fiscal year is June 30, 2022. (Source: FIRS Website)

Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. It is recommended to check the FIRS website or other reliable sources for the latest information.