Lagos is one of the most important cities in Nigeria and Africa. As the commercial capital and the economic hub of West Africa it generates about 30% of Nigeria’s GDP. As a mega-city, which requires development that is commensurate to its status, there is an enormous demand on the leadership of the state to design economic policies that will constantly …

Legislators in Lagos State have commended the state Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) for achieving an unprecedented milestone in revenue generation, surpassing N1 trillion. This landmark accomplishment positions LIRS as the first sub-national revenue agency in Nigeria to attain such a feat, reflecting its professionalism, efficiency, and commitment to transparent tax administration. Former Chairman of the House Committee on Economic Planning …

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has announced that 31 January remains the deadline for filing the annual tax returns by employers of labour. According to a statement on Sunday by the Head of Corporate Communications at LIRS, Monsurat Amasa, the Executive Chairman, Mr Ayodele Subair said that all businesses and employers of labour residents within the state must …

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) will on Friday launch its whistle-blower initiative, a state-wide project which was introduced to provide a platform for employees, stakeholders and the general public to report any observed violation, misconduct, or unethical behaviour across the state. A public notice signed by its Executive Chairman, Ayodele Subair explains that the whistle-blower initiative is a …