How to File Your Tax Returns Before March 31 Deadline

The article provides guidance on filing personal income tax returns in Nigeria, with a deadline of March 31. It highlights that every individual earning income in Nigeria is required to file an annual tax return covering earnings from the previous year.

The Minister of State for Finance, previously the chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform, urges Nigerians to comply with this legal obligation. The article explains that employees cannot assume their tax obligations end once their employer deducts tax from their salary.

Individuals, including self-employed persons and freelancers, must file their returns online through the relevant State Internal Revenue Service portal. Taxpayers are advised to prepare relevant documents in advance and ensure accurate personal details are provided.

The article also notes that failure to file within the stipulated period may attract penalties. The new tax structure, effective January 1, 2026, will abolish certain tax obligations and introduce new relief measures.