Taxes

Taxes

Unpacking the impact of government levies imposed on individuals and businesses

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Is debt really bad for Nigeria?

Is debt really bad for Nigeria?

We share a simple framework for analysing debt decisions by countries like Nigeria or Ghana.

Michael F.

13 Dec 2022

Assessing Nigeria's revenue problem

Assessing Nigeria's revenue problem

How slow revenue growth has contributed to Nigeria's fiscal problems.

Adesola A.

12 Oct 2022

How are Nigerians coping with higher prices?

How are Nigerians coping with higher prices?

A look into consumers' experiences with rising prices across industries in Nigeria.

Dumebi O.

21 Jun 2022

Why are Nigerian states not financially independent?

Why are Nigerian states not financially independent?

Nigeria's state governments need to stop their over-reliance on federal allocations.

Dumebi O.

15 Jun 2022

Explainer: Nigeria's new taxes on used cars

Explainer: Nigeria's new taxes on used cars

We consider the Nigerian Custom's Service's latest decision to reduce import duties and introd...

Fadekemi A.

25 Apr 2022

What is the best way to redistribute wealth?

What is the best way to redistribute wealth?

We explore why policymakers should keep redistribution in mind, and what policies will help

Fadekemi A.

11 Apr 2022

Can Anambra achieve its ₦50 billion economic agenda?

Can Anambra achieve its ₦50 billion economic agenda?

Anambra has grown less dependent on FAAC and was one of only three states in 2020 that could f...

Adesola A.

18 Mar 2022

Why Nigerians don't pay tax

Why Nigerians don't pay tax

The Nigerian government has broken the social contract that makes Nigerians willing to pay tax...

Gbemisola A.

03 Mar 2022