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Nigeria Links Crypto Transactions to National and Tax IDs Under New Law

Nigeria Links Crypto Transactions to National and Tax IDs Under New Law

Nigeria introduces regulations requiring cryptocurrency transactions to be tied to Tax and National IDs, marking a significant step towards enhancing crypto regulation and compliance.

Fact Check
The evidence provided strongly and consistently supports the statement. Multiple independent news sources with high relevance and medium-to-high authority (TechCabal, CryptoNews.net, Coinpedia) explicitly report that a new law in Nigeria mandates the linking of cryptocurrency transactions to both the National Identification Number (NIN) and the Tax Identification Number (TIN). These sources are in complete agreement on the core details of the claim. The information is further corroborated by social media posts from credible outlets like TechCabal, which reiterate the same information. While some sources only provide general context about new tax laws involving TINs without mentioning crypto, they do not contradict the main claim. One source was entirely irrelevant as it pertained to Panama, not Nigeria. The absence of any conflicting evidence among the relevant sources, combined with the consistent reporting across multiple platforms specializing in technology and cryptocurrency news, makes the statement highly credible.
Summary

As part of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025, the country mandates cryptocurrency transactions be linked to Tax Identification Numbers (TIN) and National Identification Numbers (NIN). Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) must verify clients' identities and submit monthly reports to the Nigeria Revenue Service. Non-compliance could result in fines up to 10 million naira.

Terms & Concepts
  • Tax Identification Number (TIN): A unique number assigned by tax authorities for tracking taxpayers and their financial activities.
  • National Identification Number (NIN): A personal identification number issued by Nigeria’s government to uniquely identify citizens and residents.
  • Virtual Asset Provider: A business offering services for exchanging, transferring, or safekeeping cryptocurrencies or other digital assets.