By Samuel Onyekwere
The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has extended the date for filing individual annual tax returns from April 1 to April 14, 2021.
The agency said the extension is part of its commitment to continuously mitigate the effect of COVID-19 pandemic on taxpayers in Lagos State.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 41 of the Personal Income Tax Act LFN 2004 as amended, all taxable person(s), including self-employed, employees, professionals, in Lagos State are to file their individual annual tax returns for 2020 Year of Assessment.
The Executive Chairman of LIRS, Mr. Ayodele Subair, said: “Statutorily, the filing of Individual Annual Tax Returns expires on March 31st of every fiscal year, and attracts penalties for defaulters. Taxpayers are thereby urged to take advantage of this extension to perform their civic obligation.
The extension of the deadline is in response to appeals made by taxpayers as well as an attempt to assuage the effect of the pandemic on the taxpayers and residents of Lagos State.”
He added that LIRS implores taxpayers with difficulties in filing of their annual return to seek assistance with specially designated staff at our tax stations statewide or call our Customer Care representatives on 0700CALLLIRS (0700-2255-5477)
Further updates on LIRS business operations and alternative payment platforms of the service, LIRS said, can be obtained by visiting the LIRS website (www.lirs.gov.ng), and its various social media platforms @lirsgovng.
The tax agency appeal to residents of the State to support the efforts of the Lagos State government by adhering strictly to the safety guidelines as issued by relevant health authorities.
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