…As Tinubu confirms some of the laws took effect June 26, 2025, others to begin January 1, 2026
By Yahaya Umar, Abuja
There is no going back on the full implementation of the newly signed tax laws, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu affirms the federal government’s resolve to go ahead with the laws.
Tinubu, in a statement yesterday, said some of the laws took effect on June 26, 2025, while others are set to begin on January 1, 2026.
Giving rationale for the tax laws, the President said
the new tax laws contrary to believes in some quarters, the laws are not intended to raise taxes as many feared.
In this vein, he said they “are designed to reset the system structurally, promote harmonisation, protect dignity and strengthen the social contract”.
He then described the reforms as a rare and historic opportunity to build a more equitable, competitive and sustainable tax system in Nigeria.
Tinubu emphasised that the reforms were not aimed at increasing the tax burden on Nigerians, but at overhauling the existing framework to improve efficiency, harmonise tax administration and uphold the dignity of citizens, while reinforcing trust between the government and the people.
The ongoing public discussions and concerns, according to him over perceived changes to some sections of the laws, Tinubu said no fundamental issues had been identified that would warrant a pause or reversal of the reform agenda.
Therefore, Tinubu warned against hasty or reactionary decisions as the administration rolls out the next phase of the tax laws effect from tomorrow.
He called on all stakeholders to support the implementation phase, noting that the reform programme had moved decisively into the delivery stage.
Besides, he assured Nigerians that the Presidency would collaborate closely with the National Assembly to promptly address any challenges that may arise during implementation.
“I want to assure Nigerians that the Federal Government will always act in the overall public interest to deliver a tax system that promotes prosperity, fairness and shared responsibility”, he said.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to due process and respect for laws duly passed and assented to.
AljazirahNigeria reports that Tinubu rejected calls for the reform process to be suspended amid public debates over certain provisions.
