All Services Now Taxable Under Fiscal Policy Reforms
The Federal Government has announced that, under the new tax law set to take effect from January 1, 2026, all income generated through the provision of services — including earnings from call girls, commonly referred to as ‘runs girls’ — will be subject to taxation.
This was disclosed by the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, during a recent session at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), City of David, in Lagos.
Distinction Between Gifts and Taxable Income
Oyedele explained that upkeep money or financial support sent to dependants, relatives, or even strangers is not taxable. Such transfers, he said, fall under what is termed “non-exchange transactions”, since they are given as gifts and not in exchange for goods or services.
“If you earn money and decide to send upkeep to your cousin, your brother, or even a stranger, that’s not taxable. But the truth is that before sending that gift, you are expected to have already paid tax on the income you received,” he clarified.
Income From Any Service is Taxable
However, Oyedele stressed that the law draws a clear line when it comes to money earned from services rendered, regardless of whether the service is viewed as legitimate or illegitimate.
“If somebody is doing runs girls, for instance, they look for men, render a service, and get paid for it. That is income from service, and it must be taxed.
The tax law doesn’t ask whether the work you’re doing is legitimate or not. It only asks one question: Did you earn income? If the money comes from rendering a service or providing a product, then you must pay tax on it,” Oyedele emphasized.
Implementation Timeline
The new fiscal reforms are part of a broader tax framework designed to expand Nigeria’s revenue base. According to the government, the focus is on ensuring equity and compliance, where every income earner contributes to national development.
The updated tax policy, which includes these provisions, is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026.
📹: YT / rccgcityofdavid