No Suspension as Tinubu Confirms January 1 Tax Laws
Tinubu Says January 1 Tax Law Rollout in Nigeria Will Not Be Suspended
Tinubu confirms January 1 rollout of new tax laws, dismissing calls for suspension.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has firmly ruled out any suspension of the newly enacted tax laws, confirming that all fiscal reforms signed into law will take effect as scheduled from January 1, 2026.
In a statement released on Tuesday 30th of December and personally signed by the President, the Presidency clarified that the tax reforms—some enacted on June 26, 2025, with others slated for January 1 commencement—remain intact and are already in the implementation phase.
President Tinubu described the reforms as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to rebuild Nigeria’s fiscal framework, stressing that the new tax laws are not designed to impose additional tax burdens on citizens.
According to him, the reforms are aimed at achieving a structural reset, promoting harmonisation across tax systems, strengthening the social contract between government and citizens, and safeguarding the dignity of Nigerians.
Addressing public concerns and speculation about alleged contentious provisions, the President stated that no substantial issue has been identified that would justify halting or reversing the reform process.
Tinubu said there has been no established basis for disrupting the implementation of these laws, adding that trust in governance is built through consistency and well-considered decisions rather than “premature, reactive measures.”
The President urged all stakeholders, including businesses, tax administrators, and the general public, to support the rollout of the reforms, noting that the process has now moved decisively from policy formulation to delivery.
He further reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to due process and the integrity of laws duly passed by the National Assembly, pledging to work collaboratively with lawmakers to swiftly address any challenges that may arise during implementation.
Tinubu assured Nigerians that the Federal Government remains focused on operating a tax system that promotes economic prosperity, shared responsibility, and long-term national development, insisting that the overriding public interest will continue to guide all fiscal decisions.
