Lagos Sues Firms Over ₦22bn Tax Debt
Last update: April 9, 2026
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Lagos State sues 45 firms and individuals over unpaid taxes exceeding ₦22 billion.
The Lagos State Government has initiated legal action against 45 companies and individuals over unpaid taxes exceeding ₦22 billion.
CBI News reports that the case was filed before the state’s Revenue Court, with several prominent organisations listed among the alleged defaulters, including Bi-Courtney Aviation Services, operator of the Murtala Mohammed Airport Terminal Two, DAAR Communications Plc, owners of AIT, and Leaders & Company Limited.
According to the state, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services owes over ₦38 million, while DAAR Communications has a significantly larger liability of more than ₦22.4 million. Leaders & Company Limited is also said to owe over ₦67 million.
Other companies named in the suit include GMT Energy Resources Limited, Sheriff Deputies Limited, Heyden Petroleum Limited, AA Rescue, and Primero Transport Services Limited, with debts ranging from tens of millions to over ₦145 million.
The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, said the affected entities had failed to respond to multiple tax notices.
He noted that while individuals on the list owe between ₦13.5 million and above ₦35 million, companies account for the bulk of the outstanding liabilities.
Additional organisations mentioned include IENG Nigeria Limited, James Fisher Nigeria Limited, V Care Diagnostics Limited, Venture Garden Nigeria Limited, Saro Africa International Limited, Barry Callebaut Nigeria Limited, Native Media Limited, First Consulting Media & Centre Limited, and Eyowo Integrated Payments.
The government has summoned all defendants to appear in court as part of efforts to recover the outstanding taxes and enforce compliance with tax laws.
Pedro said the action is intended to ensure that taxpayers meet their obligations, enabling the state to fund public services.
He added that those who had already settled their liabilities after receiving notices would not face prosecution.
Residents and business owners were also advised to file their annual tax returns promptly, as failure to comply could result in penalties, additional charges, and legal action.
