President Bola Tinubu has confirmed that Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws will take effect as scheduled, with remaining provisions commencing on January 1, 2026.
In a statement, the President said the reforms including those that came into force on June 26, 2025 represent a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to establish a fair, competitive, and resilient fiscal framework for the country
According to Tinubu, the tax reforms are not intended to increase the tax burden on Nigerians but to reset the structure of the tax system, promote harmonisation, and strengthen the social contract while protecting citizens’ dignity.
He urged stakeholders to support the implementation phase, noting that the reform process has now entered the delivery stage.
The President also addressed public discussions suggesting possible changes to certain provisions of the tax laws, stating that no substantial issues have been identified that would justify halting or disrupting the reforms.
The President assured Nigerians that the Federal Government would work closely with the National Assembly to resolve any issues that may arise during implementation.
Bello Wakili
