Fidelity Bank Plc is set to host a virtual tax masterclass on December 12, 2025, to help small and medium-sized businesses understand the new tax rules coming into effect in 2026.
The session will be held on Zoom and will focus on practical steps businesses need to take before the new laws kick in.
The theme of the programme is “2026 New Tax Laws Are Here, Are You Ready?”
The session will cover:
- Key changes in the new tax law
- How the changes may affect business income
- What businesses must do to stay compliant in 2026
- Simple strategies to manage tax obligations
The programme is organised by Fidelity Bank Plc in partnership with SME Hub.
Fidelity Bank is one of Nigeria’s major financial institutions, with more than 200 branches and over 700 ATMs across the country. The bank is also present in the United Kingdom through FidBank UK Limited.
Fidelity Bank is listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX). Its shares were trading at N19 at the time of filing this report, up 0.26%. In the past year, the stock has moved between N15.3 and N22.45.
Business owners interested in the masterclass can register via the website.
Participants will be required to provide details such as:
- Business name
- Business category: Micro (below ₦5m annual revenue), Small (₦5m–₦100m), Medium (₦100m–₦500m), or Startup (pre-revenue or early-stage)
- Role in the business, such as founder, CEO, finance manager, or operations lead
- Tax areas they want to learn about, including VAT exemptions, PAYE/PIT changes, CIT exemptions, startup incentives, and withholding tax rules.
