“No Delay, No Reversal” — Tinubu Confirms January 1, 2026, Rollout of Major Tax Reforms

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has firmly reaffirmed that Nigeria’s sweeping tax reform laws will take effect as scheduled on January 1, 2026, dismissing speculations of a possible delay and describing the reforms as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to reset the nation’s fiscal system.
In a strong statement released on Sunday, the President said all recently enacted tax laws—including those that became effective on June 26, 2025, and the remaining acts slated for January 1, 2026—will be implemented without disruption.

“The new tax laws, including those that took effect on June 26, 2025, and the remaining acts scheduled to commence on January 1, 2026, will continue as planned,” Tinubu declared.
According to the President, the reforms are not designed to impose higher taxes on Nigerians but to create a fairer, more efficient and competitive tax structure that supports economic growth and shared responsibility.

“These reforms are a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a fair, competitive and robust fiscal foundation for our country,” he said, noting that the laws are intended to drive harmonisation, protect dignity and strengthen the social contract between government and citizens.

Tinubu urged all stakeholders to rally behind the implementation phase, stressing that the reform agenda has moved decisively from policy formulation to delivery.
Addressing ongoing public debates and concerns over alleged amendments to certain provisions of the new tax laws, the President said no substantive issue has been identified to justify halting or altering the reform process.

“No substantial issue has been established that warrants a disruption of the reform process. Trust is built over time by taking the right decisions, not through premature and reactive measures,” he said.
The President further reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to due process and the integrity of enacted legislation, pledging close collaboration with the National Assembly to promptly resolve any issues that may arise during implementation.

He assured Nigerians that the Federal Government will continue to act in the national interest to deliver a tax system that promotes prosperity, fairness and accountability.
The renewed assurance is expected to ease uncertainty among businesses, investors and taxpayers, while reinforcing the government’s resolve to push through long-term fiscal reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s economy.