President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC) to oversee the rollout of the administration’s landmark tax reforms.
The committee, chaired by Joseph Tegbe, is tasked with ensuring that the new tax laws are implemented effectively to align with the government’s economic objectives and the aspirations of the Nigerian people. Its mandate includes enhancing revenue mobilisation, reducing leakages, strengthening accountability, and reinforcing fiscal sustainability to support national development.
A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, noted that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, will oversee the committee’s activities.
President Tinubu stressed that the successful implementation of the Tax Acts is central to Nigeria’s economic transformation agenda. “These new Tax Acts reflect our commitment to building a fair, transparent, and technology-driven tax system that supports growth while safeguarding the interests of citizens and businesses,” he said. “The National Tax Policy Implementation Committee will ensure coherent, effective, and well-aligned implementation across all levels of government.”
The NTPIC will conduct broad stakeholder consultations, engaging the private sector, professional bodies, and subnational governments, alongside public awareness campaigns to promote understanding and compliance with the new tax laws. It will also coordinate closely with key revenue and regulatory agencies, harmonise existing frameworks with the new statutes, and provide unified oversight and reporting during the transition.
The committee comprises experts from tax administration, finance, law, the private sector, and civil society to ensure a balanced and inclusive approach. Its chairman, Joseph Tegbe, is a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (FCIT), with over 35 years of professional experience, including as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Africa. Sanyade Okoli, Special Adviser to the President on Finance and Economy, will serve as committee secretary.
Other members include Ismaeel Ahmed, Rukaiya El Rufai, and distinguished professionals from relevant sectors.
Chairman Tegbe affirmed the committee’s commitment to supporting national development: “We understand the strategic importance of these Tax Acts. Our team will work closely with all stakeholders and the Minister of Finance to ensure seamless implementation and build public trust in the tax system.”
Minister Edun added: “With the establishment of this committee, Mr. President has provided both the direction and the authority needed to reset not only the tax system but the entire fiscal policy framework, driving economic growth for the benefit of all Nigerians.”
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