Popular content creator, and food vendor, King Mitchy has cried out after being slammed with a reported N12 million tax bill by the Lagos State Government, following a viral claim that she earns up to N1 million daily.
The controversy began when Mitchy, during an online exchange, made what she now describes as a sarcastic remark about her daily earnings. The statement quickly gained traction on social media, with many users taking it at face value and amplifying it across platforms.
However, in a recent reaction, the influencer clarified that the comment was never meant to be taken literally. According to her, it was “just online banter” and not a true reflection of her income.
“I don’t make N1 million daily. It was banter,” she said, expressing shock over the tax assessment reportedly issued to her business.
Sources indicate that the Lagos State tax authorities may have acted on the widely circulated claim as part of efforts to ensure tax compliance, especially among digital entrepreneurs and social media influencers whose earnings are often difficult to track.
The development has since sparked debate online, with many Nigerians questioning the basis of using unverified social media statements for tax evaluation. Others, however, argue that the situation highlights the growing need for transparency in income declarations within the digital economy.
As of the time of filing this report, officials of the Lagos State Government have not publicly responded to the controversy. It also remains unclear whether the tax bill will be reviewed following Mitchy’s clarification.
The incident underscores the increasing scrutiny faced by online personalities, as authorities tighten measures to capture revenue from Nigeria’s expanding digital space.
“I don’t make N1m daily. It was online banter” — King Mitchy cries out after Lagos State Government slammed her business with N12m tax bill. https://t.co/Gjc0AnGMhF pic.twitter.com/PnBEQ0xD6p
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