President Bola Tinubu says the Federal Government will proceed with the commencement of the remaining tax reform laws on January 1, 2026, insisting there is no basis for suspending or reversing the process.
In a statehouse press statement issued on Tuesday, Tinubu said the new tax regime, including laws that already took effect on June 26, 2025, represents a “once-in-a-generation” opportunity to rebuild Nigeria’s fiscal architecture.
The president said the reforms are not intended to impose additional tax burdens on citizens but to deliver a structural reset that promotes harmonisation, competitiveness, and fairness across the tax system.
According to him, the objective is to strengthen the social contract between the state and citizens while protecting human dignity and laying the foundation for sustainable prosperity.
Tinubu acknowledged ongoing public debate and concerns over some provisions of the recently enacted tax laws but maintained that no substantial issue has been identified to justify halting the reforms.
He warned against what he described as premature and reactive decisions, arguing that public trust is built through consistency and adherence to sound policy choices over time.
The president reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to due process and the sanctity of laws already passed, pledging to work with the National Assembly to address any genuine concerns that may arise during implementation.
Tinubu assured Nigerians that the Federal Government would continue to act in the overriding public interest to deliver a tax system anchored on shared responsibility, economic growth, and long-term national stability.
