Nigerian tax law
13 Nov
In a significant contribution to Nigeria's tax landscape, Olanrewaju Moshood Lassise-Phillips, a distinguished tax authority, will launch his highly anticipatedly book, "Nigeria's Tax Appeal Succinctly Explained" later this month. This comprehensive guide aims to demystify Nigeria's tax appeal process, providing clarity and insight for taxpayers, legal practitioners, and stakeholders. Lassise-Phillips' expertise, garnered from his tenure…
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