Nigeria Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Guide
Capital Gains Tax is levied at 10% on gains from the disposal of assets in Nigeria. The gain is calculated as the difference between the sale price and the allowable deductions (acquisition cost, improvements, and selling expenses).
CGT Exemptions (Finance Act 2025)
- Personal Chattels: Exempt if sold for ₦5 million or less
- Small Share Disposals: Exempt if proceeds < ₦150m and gains < ₦10m
- Compensation: Gains from government compensation may be exempt up to ₦50m
- Principal Residence: May qualify for rollover relief if reinvested
Allowable Deductions
- Original acquisition cost (purchase price)
- Cost of improvements to the asset
- Expenses incurred in selling (legal fees, agent commissions)
- Inflation indexation (where applicable)
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