Hi, I’m
NNEKA ONYENAGUBO
Tax Lawyer
Lagos
Summary
Innovative and goal-oriented Management professional committed to the development of laws and regulations relating to taxes, as well as business law. Dedicated team player skilled at mediation and conflict resolution. Drives country's growth through revenue generation.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Federal Inland Revenue ServiceLagos, LA
Manager
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Computed taxpayers' Account/payment records and processed Tax clearance certificates
- Confirmed and reconciled withheld tax Credit available to company
- Prepared Monthly Reports on Tax status of companies
- Calculated interest and penalty on late payment of Tax
- Ensured that Companies achieved at least 80% of Self-Assessment Filling Compliance
- Reviewed all Tax returns received within 48 hours
- Processed Tax Position forms for tax clearance certificate (TCC) within (48) hours
- Compliance monitoring of at least five companies per month
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRSLagos
Deputy Manager
09.2010 - 12.2020
Job overview
- 2021
- Rendered advice on all legal issues assigned and prepared Legal Briefs and Opinions.
- Initiated suits against tax defaulters in courts and tribunals
- Represented FIRS in cases in courts and Tribunals
- Secured about 30 judgments in Courts and Tax Appeal Tribunals.
- Drove tax law reforms in collaboration with Tax Policy & Advisory Department, and provided expert guidance in development of Circulars, Regulations, Presidential and Ministerial orders, Guidelines, and Explanatory notes on complex tax issues
- Participated in Management Meetings to provide insight, clarity, and guidance in resolving complex interpretative issues concerning Tax Laws and policy and provided advice on tax inquiries, appeals, and litigation matters
- Participated in local/International Tax dialogue and negotiations, participated in tax treaty negotiations, and work with Tax Policy and Advisory Department an office of the Accountant General of Federation and Minister of Finance for domestication of Tax Treaties
- Advised the Procurement Department on compliance with Public Procurement Act, participated in the meetings of the Tenders Board, Prepared or reviewed all contracts where the FIRS is a party, and ensured the execution or performance of the contractual obligations by the parties
- Ensured the perfection of the titles to all FIRS properties, and maintain a Register of such properties in collaboration with Facility Security and Safety Management Department
- Reviewed proposed Bills referred by the Legislature or any other Institution/Establishment which directly or indirectly impacts the statutory duties and responsibilities of FIRS
- Provided legal advice on all staff disciplinary issues.
Folajimi Akinla & CoLagos
Head Litigation
11.2009 - 08.2010
Job overview
- Prepared and filed both civil and criminal matters in Courts for clients
- Examined legal data to determine the advisability of defending or prosecuting a lawsuit
- Gathered evidence to initiate legal actions or formulate a defense, by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of the case
- Upon receipt of court processes, carried out the required action by court instructions and set duration
- Managed and monitored cases through the enforcement process, ensuring that all activities are completed within the required timelines and conformed to court rules
- Provided expert and timely advice on law, legal procedures, and a wide range of associated issues
- Negotiated, drafted, and finalized terms and conditions for a wide range of agreements contracts and other legal documents (such as service agreements, master agreements, financing agreements, supply agreements, lease and construction agreements, joint venture agreements, and non-disclosure agreements)
- Reviewed and interpreted agreements, policies, procedures, and other relevant documentation to identify problems concerning legality, enforceability, form and substance, and recommendations.
ABU STEVE & ASSOCIATESLagos, LA
Associate Lawyer
01.2008 - 06.2009
Job overview
- Provided legal advice and opinion to corporate and individual clients on various legal issues
- Renewed negotiations and litigated over 20 broad range of legal cases quarterly.
- Interpreted laws, rules, and regulations and analyzed probable outcomes.
- Registered trademarks, patents, and copyrights and ensured intellectual property rights are protected and registered
- Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations
- Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations
Education
University of LagosLagos,Nigeria
Master Of International Law And Diplomacy
09.2014 - 06.2016
Nigeria Law SchoolLagos, Nigeria
B.L from Law
08.2006 - 10.2007
Anambra State UniversityUli, Anambra
Bachelor of laws (LL. B) from Law
09.2001 - 06.2006
Skills
Legal Brief writingAdvocacy and problem-solving skills
Financial Advising
Analytical thinking and effective time management
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Risk Management
Business Operations
Strategic planning
Accomplishments
- A paper presented on the VAT- ability or otherwise of the Lottery business in Nigeria 2019
- Documented and resolved section 10 of the VAT Act which led to the amendment of the tax law on reverse charge.
- Resolved Dividend Tax; Section 19 of the Company Income Tax 2018 through litigation.
- Collaborated with team in the development of Finance Act.
Affiliations
- 2017 - African Bar Association
- 2013 - Society of Women in Taxation
- 2012 - The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria
- 2007 - Nigeria Bar Association
Timeline
Manager
Federal Inland Revenue Service
02.2021 - Current
University of Lagos
Master Of International Law And Diplomacy
09.2014 - 06.2016
Deputy Manager
Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS
09.2010 - 12.2020
Head Litigation
Folajimi Akinla & Co
11.2009 - 08.2010
Associate Lawyer
ABU STEVE & ASSOCIATES
01.2008 - 06.2009
Nigeria Law School
B.L from Law
08.2006 - 10.2007
Anambra State University
Bachelor of laws (LL. B) from Law
09.2001 - 06.2006