The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service ( LIRS) has extended the deadline for filing of individual annual tax returns by two weeks, commencing from 1st to 14th April, 2026.
In a signed statement issued on Monday by Monsurat Amasa – Oyelude, Head Corporate Communications, LIRS, revealed that the Executive Chairman of Lagos Internal Revenue Service, (LIRS), Dr. Ayodele Subair, explained that the statutory deadline for filing of individual annual tax returns is March 31 every year. He noted that the extension is intended to provide individuals with additional time to complete and submit accurate tax returns.
Dr. Subair in the statement stated individuals must give priority to the timely filing of their annual income tax returns, noting that compliance should be embedded as a routine personal practice.
He also reiterated that electronic filing through the LIRS e Tax platform remains the only approved method for submitting annual returns, as individuals are therefore required to file their returns exclusively through the LIRS e Tax Portal – https// etax. lirs. net.
Describing the platform as secure , user – friendly, and accessible 24/7, Dr. Subair advised individuals to ensure that Tax ID ( Tax Identification Number) is currently captured in their submissions.
In conclusion, the statement disclosed that for further enquires or assistance, Individual taxpayers may visit any LIRS Offices or should use the following support channels – The Tax body can be contacted through their Website – www. lirs. gov.ng On Facebook @ LinkedIn Lagos State Internal Revenue Service. Instagram @ You Tube @ lirsgovng X ( formerly Twitter) @ lirs – govng. They can also be reach through their Email – etax info @ lirs. net.
The Tax body can also be contacted through their Customer Care Hotline – 0700 CALL – LIRS (0700 – 2255 -5477.
