About WAKATAX
WAKATAX started as a personal frustration with Nigeria's tax system — and became a tool that helps Nigerian earners understand exactly what they owe.
In late 2025, Nigeria passed the Nigeria Tax Act 2026 — the biggest change to the country's income tax system in years. New bands, new exemptions, a new effective date. The problem? Most Nigerians had no idea what it meant for their pay cheque. NRS guidance was dense. Accountants were expensive. Free tools were outdated or wrong.
WAKATAX was the answer. A precision-built spreadsheet that tells you exactly what PAYE tax you owe under the 2026 rules — after applying all your legal reliefs — in under five minutes.
"No Nigerian should overpay their taxes simply because the system is too complicated to understand." — The principle behind WAKATAX
Sunny is a Lagos-based digital product builder who runs the NaijaMoneyGuide YouTube channel — dedicated to simplifying financial topics for everyday Nigerians. WAKATAX is Sunny's response to a real problem experienced by real people.
WAKATAX is not a substitute for a qualified tax professional. For complex situations — disputes with the NRS, business registration, or tax planning for high earners — please consult a certified accountant.
WAKATAX is not affiliated with or endorsed by the NRS or any government body. It is an independently built tool using publicly available tax law.
Stop guessing what you owe. Get your exact PAYE, take-home, and full deduction breakdown in minutes.