The Digest: The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service has extended the deadline for filing individual annual income tax returns by one month, shifting the due date from March 31 to April 30, 2026. Acting Executive Chairman Michael Ango stated that while the statutory deadline remains March 31, the extension aims to give taxpayers additional time to file accurate returns and improve overall compliance. Electronic filing through the FCT-IRS tax portal remains the approved channel for submissions.
Key Points:
- The tax filing deadline has been extended to April 30, 2026.
- Electronic filing remains mandatory via the FCT-IRS tax portal at www.taxporta.fctirs.gov.ng.
- Taxpayers are advised to ensure their NIN, phone numbers, and addresses are correctly captured.
- The extension aims to improve compliance and accuracy in tax filings.
- The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service previously extended its deadline to April 14.
As the FCT-IRS grants taxpayers extra time to file their returns, the extension offers relief while emphasizing the importance of accurate and timely compliance.
Sources: TheCable, Business Day, Nairametrics
