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FCT-IRS extends deadline for filing of individual tax returns by one month

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FCT-IRS extends deadline for filing of  individual tax returns by one month

By Abdullahi Muhammad 

Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS) has extended the deadline for the filing of individual annual income tax returns by one month, from March 31 to April 30, 2026.

This was contained in a statement by the spokesperson of the service Mustapha Sumaila , on Tuesday, where the Ag. Executive Chairman of the FCT-IRS, Mr. Michael Ango explained that the statutory deadline for filing individual annual income tax returns remains March 31 every year, but the extension is intended to provide taxpayers with additional time to complete and submit accurate returns and improve overall compliance within the Federal Capital Territory.

Ango emphasised that individuals should prioritise the timely filing of their annual income tax returns, noting that voluntary compliance should be embraced as a routine civic responsibility and a vital contribution to national development.

He further reiterated that electronic filing through the FCT-IRS Tax portal remains the approved method for submitting annual returns, as the Service continues to strengthen its digital tax administration system. 

Individuals are therefore encouraged to file their returns promptly through the designated FCT-IRS tax portal at www.taxporta.fctirs.gov.ng 

The FCT-IRS boss described the platform as secure, efficient, and accessible while advising taxpayers to ensure that their details, particularly their National Identification Number (NIN), phone numbers, and addresses, are correctly stated when onboarding on the portal to avoid processing delays.

He said, should anyone need further enquiries or assistance, such person may visit any FCT-IRS office or contact us via our email at contactus@fctirs.gov.ng or info@fctirs.gov.ng and on phone via 07002200002, 08058919796, 08038749827, and 07011111400