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The Digest:

President Bola Tinubu has confirmed that the implementation of new tax laws will proceed on January 1, 2026. The president described the reforms as a foundational shift aimed at fairness and competitiveness, not merely a revenue-raising measure.

Key Points:
  • Tinubu stated that a substantial issue has been established to warrant halting the reforms.
  • He framed the changes as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to build a robust fiscal foundation.
  • The reforms are designed to enhance economic fairness and competitiveness.
  • The announcement signals the administration's commitment to its economic policy timeline.
  • Implementation is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2026, as originally planned.
  • The statement did not specify details of the reforms or address potential public concerns.
  • This move follows the recent approval of a 15% import duty on petrol and diesel.
This confirmation underscores a pivotal moment of policy execution, where broad fiscal transformation begins to move from legislation to tangible reality for businesses and citizens.

Sources: The Cable, Channels TV