The National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), chaired by Mr. Joseph Tegbe, has commenced structured stakeholder engagements aimed at ensuring a humane, inclusive and well-coordinated implementation of Nigeria’s new Tax Acts, as the country embarks on far-reaching fiscal reforms.
The engagement strategy is designed to bridge the gap between policy intent and execution by promoting clarity, managing public expectations and ensuring that implementation reflects the realities of businesses, citizens and all tiers of government. The Committee is working closely with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) and the Presidential Fiscal Policy Reform Committee (PFPRC) to achieve these objectives.
As part of its initial consultations, the NTPIC leadership team met with the Presidential Fiscal Policy Reform Committee, led by Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, to ensure alignment between reform objectives and practical implementation realities. Mr. Oyedele highlighted challenges arising from misinformation and misinterpretation of certain provisions of the new tax laws in public discourse.
He noted that targeted and accessible communication initiatives are being developed to address these gaps, stressing that stakeholder feedback remains critical to shaping an effective and credible reform process.
In a separate engagement with the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, discussions focused on harmonising implementation priorities and strengthening institutional coordination. The NTPIC outlined its ongoing activities and implementation roadmap, while underscoring the need for a sequenced and transparent rollout of the reforms.
Dr. Adedeji commended the Committee’s proactive approach, describing the new tax laws as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s fiscal framework. He observed that while new policies may take time to gain full public acceptance, an education-driven and transparent implementation process would help build public trust and confidence over time.
In his remarks, Mr. Tegbe emphasized that effective tax reform extends beyond legal and technical design, noting that structured stakeholder engagement and consistent communication are central to successful implementation.
He assured that consultations would continue with the National Economic Council, the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, local government leaders, as well as traditional, religious and community leaders.
According to him, the new Tax Acts are designed to deliver a simpler, fairer and more predictable tax system that promotes voluntary compliance, strengthens investor confidence and supports sustainable economic growth.
The NTPIC delegation also included the Chairman of the Stakeholders Engagement Subcommittee, Barrister Ismael Ahmed, and the Chairman of the Technical Subcommittee, Mr. Ajibola Olomola.
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