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Other Taxes & Levies

GeneralLast Updated: 2025-12-12

Petroleum Profits Tax (PPT)

For companies engaged in upstream petroleum operations (exploration, production).

  • Rates:
    • 50% for Production Sharing Contracts (PSC).
    • 65.75% for Joint Ventures (1st 5 years).
    • 85% for Joint Ventures (> 5 years).
  • Incentives: Various investment tax credits and allowances apply.

National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Levy

  • Rate: 1% of Profit Before Tax (PBT).
  • Liable Companies:
    • GSM Service Providers / Telcos.
    • Cyber Companies / Internet Providers.
    • Pension Managers.
    • Banks & Financial Institutions.
    • Insurance Companies.
  • Threshold: Companies with Turnover of ₦100 Million and above.
  • Deductibility: The levy is tax-deductible for CIT purposes.