Nigeria has just recorded over ₦600 billion in Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue from global digital giants like Facebook, Amazon, and Netflix — a first-of-its-kind achievement in the nation’s fiscal history.
This landmark development marks a significant step forward in taxing foreign companies operating within Nigeria’s fast-growing digital economy. It also reinforces the Federal Inland Revenue Service’s (FIRS) commitment to modernizing tax collection in line with global best practices.
💡 Why This Matters:
- Nigeria is asserting its right to tax revenues generated within its borders — even by non-resident digital service providers.
- It signals a maturing regulatory environment, especially for cross-border e-commerce and digital services.
- Multinational corporations now have clearer obligations under Nigeria’s Significant Economic Presence (SEP) rules.
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