FIRS to host tax clinic for emerging taxpayers in Lagos

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), through its Emerging Taxpayers’ Group (ETG), is set to host the 2025 Tax Clinic, a flagship engagement platform designed to enhance tax awareness, simplify compliance processes, and empower small businesses and informal sector players across the country. Themed “Tax Clinic for Tax Clarity,” the two-day event will take place […]

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), through its Emerging Taxpayers’ Group (ETG), is set to host the 2025 Tax Clinic, a flagship engagement platform designed to enhance tax awareness, simplify compliance processes, and empower small businesses and informal sector players across the country.

Themed “Tax Clinic for Tax Clarity,” the two-day event will take place in Lagos on Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th July, 2025.

According to a statement by Collins Omokaro, Special Adviser on Communications and Advocacy at the FIRS, the Tax Clinic aims to provide a comprehensive support framework for emerging taxpayers through direct access to government and professional service providers.

The event will feature expert presentations, panel discussions, live Q&A sessions, and interactive service desks to address taxpayer challenges in real-time.

Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the FIRS, said: “The clinic reflects our commitment to promoting a culture of voluntary compliance by bringing tax education closer to the people. It is a critical step in strengthening trust, transparency, and inclusion in the tax system.”

The event will host top representatives and service desks from institutions such as: FIRS, LIRS, JTB, CAC, TAT, NIMC, NIPC, CITN, ICAN, ANAN, NBA, and NMA

Participants will receive one-on-one guidance on tax filing, business registration, dispute resolution, and access to available incentives.

Courtesy of the Nigerian Medical Association, basic medical screening will also be provided on-site

“The first 300 participants to register physically will receive free branded gifts.

“Members of the public, taxpayers, business owners, trade associations, and professionals are invited to attend physically or join the livestream for a practical and informative experience,” the statement added.