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Nigeria’s Big Tax Reset: Who really pays?

March 20, 2026

Nigeria is overhauling its tax system in a major way. Low earners may pay nothing, while the wealthy are expected to contribute more. But with rising living costs and public distrust, will this reform bring relief or more strain?

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 Amaka Okoye, Bureau Chief at DW Studio Lagos.
Amaka Okoye Amaka is Bureau Chief at DW Studio Lagos, leading the team to produce stories that matter.