Nigerian Lady Files Tax Before March 31 Deadline, Shares LIRS Message Online
A young Nigerian lady has taken to social media to share her experience after filing her taxes with the Lagos Inland Revenue Service (LIRS) ahead of the March 31 deadline. Uloma Opurum posted on her Facebook page on March 28, 2026, announcing that she had completed the tax filing process and received a confirmation message from the tax agency.
Lady Urges Followers to File Taxes Promptly
In her post, Uloma Opurum emphasized the importance of meeting the tax deadline, stating, "Please file your taxes. March 31 is the deadline. The announcement is everywhere on the radio. I did mine 4 days ago on the LIRS website." She later shared a screenshot of the message sent by LIRS to her email address, providing evidence of her compliance and encouraging her followers to take similar action.
Public Reactions and Questions on Tax Filing
The post garnered significant attention, with many individuals reacting and posing questions about tax obligations. Key inquiries included:
- Ohaechesi Chinecherem asked if salaried employees, whose taxes are deducted by employers, still need to file separately.
- Precious Ogee questioned whether students or unemployed persons are required to file taxes and if it should be based on state of origin or residence.
- Embrace Jenni expressed confusion, seeking clarification on the process for salary earners who already pay taxes.
- Chukwuma Nnadi Nwagu commented on potential legal challenges if tax authorities seize assets.
- Adaobi Amadi praised Uloma for providing a solution and raising awareness.
Other reactions highlighted concerns about regional disparities, with Mkpoikanabasi Andikponkan joking about waiting for others to file first, and questions from Chioma Uju Chukwukere Duru and Emmanuel Grace Nwadigo regarding federal public servants and civil servants.
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In a similar report, a Nigerian man expressed distress after reviewing his bank statements from January to December 2025, fearing a heavy tax burden in 2026. Conversely, another young man praised a new tax law after noticing an increase in his salary by N3,750, attributing it to the policy's benefits and humorously noting the potential boost for telecom companies from his increased data usage.
This incident underscores the ongoing public engagement with tax compliance in Nigeria, as individuals navigate deadlines and seek clarity on obligations, with social media serving as a platform for sharing experiences and fostering discussion.
