The National Tax Policy Implementation Committee, NTPIC, has commenced a series of structured stakeholder engagements aimed at ensuring a humane, inclusive and well-coordinated implementation of Nigeria’s newly enacted Tax Acts.
The Committee, chaired by Mr. Joseph Tegbe, says the engagements are designed to bridge the gap between policy intent and execution, promote clarity, manage public expectations and ensure that implementation reflects the realities of businesses, citizens and all tiers of government. NTPIC is working closely with the Nigeria Revenue Service, NRS, and the Presidential Fiscal Policy Reform Committee, PFPRC, as part of the process.
As part of its initial consultations, the leadership of the Committee met with the Presidential Fiscal Policy Reform Committee, led by Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, to align reform objectives with practical implementation realities.
Mr. Oyedele identified misinformation and misinterpretation of certain provisions of the new tax laws as key challenges, noting that public discussions have, in some cases, distorted the intent of the reforms. He said targeted and accessible communication strategies are being developed to address these gaps, with stakeholder feedback expected to shape the implementation process.
In a separate engagement, the NTPIC leadership met with the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, where discussions focused on harmonising implementation priorities and strengthening institutional coordination. The Committee also presented its implementation roadmap and ongoing activities.
Dr. Adedeji commended the Committee’s proactive approach, describing the new tax laws as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s fiscal framework. He noted that while public acceptance of new policies may take time, a transparent, well-sequenced and education-driven implementation process would help build confidence and trust.
The Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Joseph Tegbe, emphasized that the success of tax reforms depends not only on legal and technical design but also on effective communication and sustained stakeholder engagement.
He assured that consultations would continue with key stakeholders, including the National Economic Council, the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, local government leaders, as well as traditional, religious and community leaders.
Mr. Tegbe reiterated that the new Tax Acts are intended to create a simpler, fairer and more predictable tax system that encourages voluntary compliance, strengthens investor confidence and supports sustainable economic growth.
The NTPIC team includes the Chairman of the Stakeholders Engagement Subcommittee, Barrister Ismael Ahmed, and the Chairman of the Technical Subcommittee, Mr. Ajibola Olomola.