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How to File Tax Returns in Nigeria: Your Step-by-Step Guide (2024)

Comprehensive guide to how to file tax returns in nigeria: complete guide for Nigerian taxpayers

TaxEase Nigeria
14/02/2026
10 min min read
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Introduction

Chioma stared at her laptop screen, heart racing. The March 31st tax filing deadline was two weeks away, and she had no idea where to start. As a freelance graphic designer earning good money from multiple clients, she knew she needed to file a tax return. But which form? What documents? What if she made a mistake and got audited?

If you're like Chioma, the thought of filing tax returns probably fills you with anxiety. You're not alone. Thousands of Nigerians—from salaried employees with side hustles to self-employed professionals and small business owners—struggle with tax filing every year.

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