By Ajewole Joshua ABNews December 30, 2025
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that the newly enacted tax laws will take full effect as scheduled on January 1, 2026, dismissing speculations about possible delays or reversals.
In a statement issued from the State House, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the reforms, some of which already took effect on June 26, 2025, are part of a broader effort to rebuild Nigeria’s fiscal framework and place the economy on a more sustainable path.
According to the President, the tax reforms are not aimed at increasing the burden on citizens but at creating a fairer, more efficient, and harmonised system that supports economic growth and strengthens the social contract between government and the people.
He noted that while public discussions have emerged around certain provisions of the new laws, no substantial issues have been identified that would justify halting or reversing the reform process. Instead, he said the focus of government has shifted fully to implementation.
President Tinubu emphasised that trust in governance is built through consistency and sound decision-making, not through sudden policy reversals driven by pressure or misinformation. He assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to due process and the integrity of all enacted laws.
The President also pledged continued collaboration with the National Assembly to address any genuine concerns that may arise in the course of implementation, stressing that such engagements would be handled within the framework of the law.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to national development, President Tinubu assured citizens that the tax reforms are designed to promote fairness, shared responsibility, and long-term prosperity for the country.
The statement was issued on December 30, 2025, as part of the government’s effort to clarify its position and reassure Nigerians of its commitment to economic stability and reform.
