By RismadarVoice Media
December 30, 2025
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that the newly enacted tax laws will commence as scheduled on January 1, 2026, dismissing speculations about a possible delay or suspension of the reforms.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stated this in a State House press statement issued on December 30, 2025, noting that the tax reform programme remains firmly on course.
According to the President, the tax laws include those that already took effect on June 26, 2025, as well as the remaining acts slated to commence at the beginning of 2026, all of which will be implemented as planned.
He described the reforms as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to establish a fair, competitive and resilient fiscal framework, capable of supporting sustainable national development.
President Tinubu emphasized that the reforms are not intended to increase taxes, rather to achieve a structural reset of the tax system, promote harmonization across tax regimes, protect citizens’ dignity strengthen the social contract between the government and the people.
The President urged stakeholders across the public and private sectors to support the implementation phase, which he said has now moved decisively into the delivery stage.
He acknowledged the ongoing public debate surrounding alleged alterations to some provisions of the recently enacted tax laws, stressed that no substantial issue has been identified which would justify halting or disrupting the reform process.
“Trust is built over time by making the right decisions, not through premature or reactive measures,” the President said.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to due process, the sanctity of enacted laws, President Tinubu assured that the Presidency would continue to work closely with the National Assembly to promptly address, resolve any issue that may arise during implementation.
He further assured Nigerians that the Federal Government would continue to act in the overriding public interest to ensure a tax system that promotes prosperity, equity. shared responsibility.
