The Lagos State Government has slammed entertainers in the state who are purported to be tax evaders despite the income they make from their business.

Punch reports that the state government had prosecuted Nigerian pop star, Davido, for alleged tax evasion.

The ‘Fia’ crooner who also happens to be the CEO of HKN Music, Lagos, has been charged before a Lagos High Court in July 2017 and risk a jail term if sentenced.

In the same vein, Nigerian comedian, AY has a longer history in court against the state as he was charged to court in 2016 for failing to file his tax returns as required by law.

“Notable among these alleged tax offenders are two of Nigeria’s celebrated artistes –Davido and AY, the comedian. Both artistes have had a long standing battle with the Lagos Internal Revenue Service for tax evasion.

“Davido, who has record deals with Sony Music Entertainment and endorsement agreements with various companies in Nigeria, has not filed his tax returns or remit any taxes to the Lagos State Government,” the source said.

A source revealed to Punch that Davido had defended his action, claiming that he paid taxes to Osun State since he is an indigene of the state.

“AY too said the same thing. The comedian claimed to be paying his taxes to Ondo State, where he hails from. It seems these celebrities don’t understand that the tax law stipulates that you must pay your tax to your state of residence.

“Anyway, we are already in court. Others will soon appear in court if they don’t obey the state tax law. You can’t be making money in Lagos and refuse to pay tax” the source added.

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