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Nigerians lament VAT pressure amid rising living costs
The Punch
Aug 12, 2026 · 05:47 WAT
Nigerians are expressing concern about the effect of value-added tax on household finances as living costs rise. The issue is relevant to Nigerian equities because changes in consumption taxes and purchasing power may influence consumer demand, sales conditions and operating considerations for listed consumer goods companies.