Nigerian Tax Law

Contents: general principles: e.g. definitions, objectives, criteria, direct and indirect taxes, jurisdiction, personal taxation, company taxation, local taxation; income tax: charges, exemption, returns, penalties; reliefs and rates: rates of tax, income tax, minimal taxable income; trade, business, profession or vocation: e.g. meanings; liability; succession, discontinuance, capital allowances, sale of buildings, partnerships; employment income: assessment, deductible income; companies income tax: assessments, returns, petroleum profits? tax; settlements, trusts and estates; international taxation; capital gains tax; and tax appeals. The author is an expert in taxation in Nigeria working with Price Waterhouse Cooper, Lagos.

This book offers a simplified and straightforward introduction to the basics of Nigerian taxation. While discussing various laws, practices and procedures, it also addresses the latest amendments to Nigerian tax laws. The book begins by discussing the central issue of Islamic taxation and its legality under Nigerian law. Divided into four main sections, the book was designed for simplicity, and uses language that is accessible for all tax stakeholders.

Guide to provisions of legislation concerning taxation in Nigeria, and comments thereon - covers income tax, profits, etc.