Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is looking to foster voluntary tax compliance among small businesses and startups, as well as informal sector operators
The initiative is part of the 2025 Tax Clinic, aiming to strengthen tax education and compliance across Nigeria’s economic sectors, according to local media reports.
The focus is on transparency and inclusion in the tax system.
FIRS executive chairman Zacch Adedeji highlighted the importance of expanding Nigeria’s tax base and empowering citizens and businesses to fulfil their civic duties.
“The clinic reflects our commitment to promoting a culture of voluntary compliance by bringing tax education closer to the people. It is a critical step in strengthening trust, transparency, and inclusion in the tax system,” Adedeji was quoted by local news outlet Vanguard as saying.
The Tax Clinic, organised by the FIRS Emerging Taxpayers’ Group, will feature expert-led sessions, panel discussions, and interactive forums on tax filing, business registration, and dispute resolution.
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By GlobalData“This clinic is more than an event; it is a movement to ensure every Nigerian understands their role in nation-building through voluntary tax compliance,” he added.
Attendees will access representatives from key institutions such as the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service, Joint Tax Board, Corporate Affairs Commission, and others.
Professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria will also participate.
The Nigerian Medical Association will also provide free basic medical screenings, and the first 300 physical registrants will receive branded gifts.
The clinic is open to business owners, self-employed individuals, and professionals, with virtual participation options available.
Scheduled for 15 and 16 July 2025 in Lagos, the event’s theme is ‘Tax Clinic for Tax Clarity’.
FIRS aims to boost revenue generation, integrate the informal economy, and streamline Nigeria’s tax architecture in line with its economic agenda.
