Why Nigerian SMEs Fail Tax Compliance: The Real Issue Is Financial Organization

I’ve noticed in recent tax reform debates that many SMEs lack the foundation for modern compliance. It’s not about dodging taxes but about messy records and weak financial systems. I see issues with scattered data, incomplete expense logs, unclear liabilities and erratic reconciliations. Most businesses only organise their books when filing deadlines loom. If Nigeria is moving toward stricter compliance, SMEs must build cleaner systems long before filing season. Do Nigerian businesses have the operational capacity for this shift?

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