President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed that Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws will commence as scheduled on January 1, 2026, despite ongoing public discussions around some of their provisions.
In a State House press statement issued on Tuesday, the President said the tax reforms, including those that already took effect 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 new tax laws are not intended to increase taxes but to support a structural reset of the nation’s tax system, promote harmonisation, protect human dignity, and strengthen the social contract between government and citizens.
He urged all stakeholders to support the implementation phase of the reforms, noting that the process has moved firmly into the delivery stage.
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The President acknowledged public discourse and concerns over alleged changes to some provisions of the recently enacted laws but maintained that no substantial issues have been identified to justify halting or disrupting the reform process.
“Absolute trust is built over time through making the right decisions, not through premature, reactive measures,” Tinubu said.
He emphasised his administration’s commitment to due process and the integrity of enacted legislation, adding that the Presidency would continue to work closely with the National Assembly to ensure the swift resolution of any tax that may arise during implementation.
President Tinubu assured Nigerians that the Federal Government remains committed to acting in the overriding public interest, to establish a tax system that supports economic prosperity and shared responsibility.
