Renowned Nigerian food critic, Opeyemi Famakin, has revealed that he will no longer discuss his finances publicly after a surprising encounter with the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS).
Famakin disclosed during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo that LIRS issued him a tax bill of N80 million just hours after he mentioned his income during a previous interview.
“Two days after I mentioned my finances, LIRS sent me an email, they billed me N80 million. I paid it o. It was like play,” Famakin recounted, adding that he has since resolved never to talk about his finances again.
Reflecting on the incident, Famakin noted that his statement likely drew the tax authority’s attention. He emphasized that he is now a proud taxpayer but has learned the importance of discretion regarding his earnings.
Famakin gained widespread attention in 2022 after claiming to be the highest-paid food critic in Nigeria, earning as much as N9 million in a bad week. His latest revelation has further sparked discussions about the scrutiny faced by public figures who disclose their wealth.
