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National & Local

The task of modernising Nigeria’s tax administration

Nigeria has officially shifted its tax administration from the Federal Inland Revenue Service to the Nigeria Revenue Service, marking a significant modernization aimed at creating a more efficient and citizen-focused tax system.

Mar 5 β€’ 01:45 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Revenue confirms exclusion of fines in tax debts decided by quality vote

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has clarified that companies disputing fines in tax matters may exclude these fines from payments if they lost by 'quality vote' and had pending judgments as of September 20, 2023.

Mar 4 β€’ 14:14 UTC
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National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Deadline Starts in March and Extends Until May 29

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service is finalizing the details for the 2026 income tax returns, which will open in mid-March and close on May 29, with pre-filled declarations expected to be available at the start of the filing period.

Mar 4 β€’ 11:44 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Tax law: VAT hits record N1tn as new sharing era begins

Nigeria's Value Added Tax (VAT) collections reached a record N1.08 trillion in January 2026, under a new distribution formula among the Federal and state governments.

Mar 4 β€’ 02:15 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FG bans cash tax collections, revenue roadblocks

The Nigerian Federal Government has prohibited cash collection of taxes and banned roadblocks for revenue enforcement as part of new tax regulations.

Mar 4 β€’ 01:30 UTC
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National & Local

Cashless policy to block leakages, boost accountability β€” FAAN

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria is enforcing electronic payment systems across airports to enhance revenue accountability and transparency.

Mar 3 β€’ 19:17 UTC
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National & Local

More than R$ 774 thousand in irregular products seized during Federal Revenue operation in Bahia

Over R$ 770 million worth of goods were seized during a Federal Revenue operation aimed at combating the illegal importation of products in Bahia, Brazil.

Mar 3 β€’ 13:34 UTC
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National & Local

Court orders the dismissal of the Federal Police investigation against tax analysts at Guarulhos airport on drug trafficking suspicion

A Brazilian court has dismissed an investigation against tax analysts at Guarulhos airport, concluding they were acting in an authorized operation against drug trafficking.

Mar 3 β€’ 10:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Gov't Begins Implementation of Executive Order On Oil, Gas Revenues

The Nigerian government has initiated the implementation of Executive Order 09 to enhance the management of oil and gas revenues.

Mar 3 β€’ 07:02 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Revised Executive Order: FG adjusts oil revenue remittance framework

The Nigerian Federal Government has revised its oil revenue remittance framework to reflect industry realities while maintaining direct remittance mandates for oil-related revenues.

Mar 3 β€’ 05:09 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB bets on Flamengo's bank to generate revenue, says president to DF deputies

The president of BRB (Banco de BrasΓ­lia) expressed confidence in the digital bank of Flamengo as a business opportunity to generate revenue, addressing the deputies of the Federal District.

Mar 3 β€’ 02:37 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Judge denies request for breach of confidentiality and orders the return of seized goods from tax analysts in Guarulhos

A Brazilian federal judge has denied the Federal Police's request to access Federal Revenue analysts' cell phone data and ordered the immediate return of seized goods.

Mar 3 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FCT-IRS warns against missing March 31 tax deadline

The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service has called on residents to file their personal income tax returns before the March 31, 2026 deadline.

Mar 3 β€’ 00:09 UTC
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National & Local

Tizerpatida, smartwatches, perfumes and other products seized by the Federal Revenue in Aracaju

The Federal Revenue service seized around 100 illegally imported goods in Aracaju, Brazil, during an operation aimed at combating contraband.

Mar 2 β€’ 20:51 UTC
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National & Local

Federal Revenue and Civil Police seize electronic devices in operation against tax fraud in MA

The Civil Police of MaranhΓ£o, with the support of the Federal Revenue, conducted an operation against tax fraud in Imperatriz, seizing 19 high-value electronic devices.

Mar 2 β€’ 18:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Govt Begins Oil, Gas Revenues Executive Order Implementation

The Nigerian government has started implementing the Oil and Gas Revenues Executive Order 09 to enhance federal revenue management.

Mar 2 β€’ 12:44 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

iPhone for R$ 390, Easter egg and vehicles; see items and how to participate in the auction of the Receita in SP

The Federal Revenue Service is holding an electronic auction in SΓ£o Paulo featuring 223 lots, including smartphones, notebooks, and vehicles, with bidding starting on March 9.

Mar 2 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

WA government fights to keep GST deal, seeks 25 percent mining carve-out

The WA government is advocating for a preservation of its GST deal and is proposing to exempt 25% of its mining revenue from GST distribution.

Mar 1 β€’ 01:13 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Treasury pays over R$ 500 million in residual tax refund; see who receives

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has initiated payments of over R$ 500 million in tax refunds to various priority and non-priority contributors.

Feb 27 β€’ 15:32 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Federal Revenue and Civil Police seize more than 5,000 ecstasy pills in Natal

Federal authorities in Brazil seized over 5,300 ecstasy-like pills in Natal, marking the largest synthetic drug bust in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:05 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Allowance and alimony are exempt from income tax; understand

Parents' allowance to their children and alimony payments are exempt from Brazil's income tax, as clarified by the Federal Revenue.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:13 UTC
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National & Local

Lawsuit: Munich's Mayor Plans to Challenge Bed Tax Law at Federal Constitutional Court

The city of Munich is seeking to challenge a Bavarian law that prohibits a bed tax for tourists in hopes of generating additional revenue.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:15 UTC
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Crime & Justice

It's #FAKE WhatsApp message about regularizing 'serious pending issues' with the Federal Revenue; it’s a scam

A WhatsApp message claiming to address a 'serious pending issue' with Brazil's Federal Revenue is a scam and is being circulated to mislead recipients into sharing personal information.

Feb 26 β€’ 12:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police requests the arrest of tax analysts in Guarulhos, escalating the crisis between agencies

The Brazilian Federal Police has requested the arrest of three tax analysts from the Federal Revenue under suspicion of usurpation of public function, which has heightened the ongoing crisis between the two government agencies.

Feb 25 β€’ 22:40 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

NRS unveils 2026 revenue roadmap, targets N40.7tn

The National Revenue Service of Nigeria aims to generate N40.7 trillion in revenue for 2026, influenced by federal tax reforms.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:02 UTC
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National & Local

Federal Auction in SP has iPhone 15 starting at R$ 922 and truck for R$ 46 thousand; see how to participate

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has announced a regional auction featuring a range of items, including an iPhone 15 starting at R$ 922, scheduled for March 13 in SΓ£o Paulo.

Feb 25 β€’ 17:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Civil servant investigated for leaking ministers' data requests removal of ankle bracelet and access to emails

The defense of Ruth dos Santos, a federal revenue servant accused of leaking data of Supreme Federal Court ministers, has requested the removal of her electronic ankle bracelet and reinstatement of her email access.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:19 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Federal Revenue intercepts almost half a ton of cocaine in paper cargo at the Port of Santos

Brazil's Federal Revenue Service seized nearly half a ton of cocaine hidden within a paper cargo at the Port of Santos.

Feb 24 β€’ 15:47 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mega Sena of the Billionaire Turn yielded almost R$ 500 million to public coffers in taxes

The Mega Sena lottery draw yielded almost R$ 500 million to the Brazilian federal government in taxes from its record-breaking 2025 payout.

Feb 24 β€’ 15:45 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal revenue sets a record for January with R$ 325.7 billion, an increase of 3.56%

Brazil's federal revenue reached a record R$ 325.7 billion in January, marking a real increase of 3.56% compared to the same month last year.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:42 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal revenue hits historical record totaling R$ 325.8 billion in January, the highest amount in 32 years

Brazil's federal government reported record revenue of R$ 325.8 billion for January, marking a 3.56% real increase from the previous year and the highest monthly collection in 32 years.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Revenue excludes non-profit associations from fiscal benefit cuts

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has issued a regulation exempting non-profit associations from the linear reduction of fiscal benefits outlined in the Complementary Law No. 224.

Feb 23 β€’ 21:57 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Who Must Declare? What is the Table? What is the Deadline? Clear Your Doubts

The deadline for submitting the 2026 Income Tax return in Brazil will likely begin on March 16 and end on May 29, with taxpayers advised to be ready as companies must provide income reports by the end of this month.

Feb 23 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

N14.5tn oil windfall at risk of wastage – Analysts

Experts warn that Nigeria's anticipated N14.57tn oil revenue may not be effectively utilized by governments amid concerns about governance.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:40 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FG probes NNPC, targets blockage of revenue leakage

The Nigerian Federal Government is conducting an investigation into the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's financial activities to address revenue leakage issues.

Feb 21 β€’ 00:07 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police should investigate possible link between civil servant targeted by operation and ex-member of Bolsonaro's Revenue Agency

The Federal Police in Brazil is set to investigate a potential connection between a civil servant under scrutiny for accessing data on Supreme Court ministers and a former member of Jair Bolsonaro's Revenue Agency.

Feb 20 β€’ 20:34 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Refund: Federal Revenue pays R$ 28.3 million to 12,000 people from Santa Catarina; see how to receive it

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has made R$ 28.3 million available for 12,454 taxpayers in Santa Catarina who regularized their tax situations.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Monitoring authorities and relatives has become a risky activity, says auditor summoned by Moraes

KlΓ©ber Cabral, president of the National Association of Federal Revenue Auditors, claims that actions by Brazil's Supreme Court against tax officials have made monitoring politically exposed persons a risky endeavor.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

IRS opens consultation for residual lot of income tax that will pay R$ 578.97 million

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has opened consultations for a residual batch of income tax refunds totaling R$ 578.97 million, with payments scheduled for February 27, 2026.

Feb 20 β€’ 14:15 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu’s Executive Order: FG, states, LGs allocation may increase by N15tn

President Bola Tinubu's new Executive Order could lead to an additional N14.57 trillion in allocations for federal, state, and local governments in Nigeria.

Feb 20 β€’ 09:34 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

The investigation into the data leak at the Federal Revenue - The Subject #1663

The article discusses an investigation into data leaks at Brazil's Federal Revenue involving several public servants.

Feb 20 β€’ 03:30 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police summons union leader from the Revenue to testify after Moraes' order

The Federal Police summoned Kleber Cabral, president of the National Association of Federal Revenue Auditors, to testify following a Supreme Court order due to allegations of data leaks involving court ministers.

Feb 19 β€’ 22:16 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Revenue removes auditor from leadership position who was targeted in operation regarding illegal access to data of STF ministers and relatives

A Brazilian auditor targeted by a Federal Police operation for illegally accessing data of STF ministers has been removed from his leadership role within the Federal Revenue.

Feb 19 β€’ 20:57 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Etec Employees Dismissed After Investigation into Misappropriation of Cell Phones Donated by the Federal Revenue

Etec officials in Brazil were suspended following an investigation into the misappropriation of federal cell phone donations.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:09 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Revenue Agent Denies Leaking Data of STF Ministers

A Federal Revenue agent, Ruth Machado dos Santos, denies allegations of accessing private financial data of Viviane Barci de Moraes, wife of Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes, while under investigation.

Feb 19 β€’ 16:09 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Revenue Service Employee in SP Coast Targeted by Federal Police for Leaking Data of STF Ministers

Public servant Ruth Machado dos Santos is under investigation by Brazil's Federal Police for allegedly leaking confidential data concerning ministers of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) and their families.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspects of leaking sensitive data from the STF avoid commenting on the investigation

Four employees of the Federal Revenue suspected of illegally accessing and leaking sensitive data of Supreme Federal Court ministers have chosen not to comment on the investigation.

Feb 19 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu orders NNPC to remit oil taxes, royalties directly

President Bola Tinubu has issued an Executive Order mandating the Nigerian National Petroleum Company to directly remit taxes and royalties to fiscal authorities, suspending previous fees collected.

Feb 18 β€’ 20:13 UTC
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National & Local

Auditor confirmed accessing data of relative of Gilmar Mendes, says Unafisco president

An auditor from Brazil's Federal Revenue accessed data related to a relative of Supreme Court Justice Gilmar Mendes, leading to an investigation of public employees for alleged data leaks.

Feb 18 β€’ 17:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

PF investigates leak of data from STF ministers; operation targets Federal Revenue employees

The Federal Police of Brazil has launched an operation against public servants for allegedly leaking confidential data of Supreme Court ministers and their relatives.

Feb 18 β€’ 00:27 UTC

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