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Beginner’s Guide to Taxation – International Edition

๐ŸŒ Beginner’s Guide to Taxation – International Edition Empowering Citizens Through Fiscal Education Author: Chrissaint | Coming Soon --- ๐Ÿ“˜ About the Book Beginner’s Guide to Taxation – International Edition is a groundbreaking textbook designed to make taxation understandable, relatable, and empowering for learners of all ages. From the Boston Tea Party to Nigeria’s digital tax revolution, this book explores how taxation shapes nations — and how citizens can shape taxation. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, educator, or policymaker, this guide offers the tools to understand how taxes work, why they matter, and how they impact your daily life. --- ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Why Nigeria Needs This Book Now In 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed four major tax reform bills into law, transforming Nigeria’s fiscal landscape. These reforms aim to: - Simplify tax categories and rates   - Expand the tax net to include the informal sector   - Modernize digital filing and registration...

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ How the 2025 Tax Reforms Benefit All Nigerians

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How the 2025 Tax Reforms Benefit All Nigerians By Chrissaint Trivett, Author of Beginner’s Guide to Taxation – International Edition In June 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed four transformative tax bills into law, marking a bold step toward a more inclusive, transparent, and growth-driven fiscal system. These reforms are not just about revenue collection — they are about empowering citizens, supporting businesses, and building a stronger Nigeria for generations to come. ๐Ÿ“œWhat Are the 2025 Tax Reforms? The four new laws are: - Nigeria Tax Act (NTA)   - Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA)   - Nigeria Revenue Service Act (NRSA)   - Joint Revenue Board Act (JRBA) Together, these laws overhaul Nigeria’s tax structure to: - Simplify tax rates and categories   - Expand the tax net to include the informal sector   - Digitize tax registration and filing   - Improve coordination between federal and state tax agenci...

Glossary: Beginner's Guide to Taxation International Edition

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๐Ÿ…ฐ️ A–C Adjusted Gross Income (AGI):   Income after allowable deductions.   Example: You earn ₦5,000,000 and deduct ₦500,000 in pension contributions—your AGI is ₦4,500,000. Advance Tax: Tax paid before the financial year ends, based on estimated income.   Example: A freelance designer in Lagos pays advance tax quarterly to avoid penalties. Arm’s Length Principle:   Related companies must price transactions like they’re unrelated.   Example: A Nigerian company sells goods to its UK branch at market price—not a discounted rate. Audit Trail:   A record of financial transactions for tracking and verification.   Example: Your business keeps receipts, invoices, and bank statements as an audit trail. Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS):   Moving profits to low-tax countries to avoid tax.   Example: A multinational routes profits to a tax haven like Bermuda to reduce tax bills. Capital Allowance:...