The Digest:
Popular TikToker Peller has voiced his frustration after the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service reportedly demanded a N36 million income tax payment. In an era when the spotlight shifts from screen to state, the incident sparks a wider conversation about digital creators and their financial obligations. According to a recent livestream, the TikTok personality lamented the demand, which has been met with both public debate and private counsel.
Key Points:
- Peller revealed the N36 million tax bill during a live session with singer Peruzzi.
- He expressed dismay at the amount, stating his popularity is recent.
- Singer Peruzzi advised him to pay the tax to avoid legal issues.
- Peruzzi reminded him of his civic responsibility as a Nigerian.
- Peller insisted his earnings are from social media, not a traditional business.
- He claimed the government is taxing him because he flaunted his assets online.
- Peruzzi urged the TikToker to negotiate for more time to settle the bill.
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