President Bola Tinubu has approved the creation of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC) to drive the administration’s landmark tax reforms and strengthen Nigeria’s fiscal sustainability.
The committee, chaired by Joseph Tegbe, will oversee the rollout of new Tax Acts aimed at boosting revenue mobilisation, reducing leakages, and reinforcing accountability. Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, will supervise its work.
Tinubu described effective implementation of the reforms as central to Nigeria’s economic transformation agenda. “These new Tax Acts reflect our administration’s commitment to building a fair, transparent, and technology-driven tax system that supports economic growth while protecting the interests of citizens and businesses,” he said.
Broad Mandate
The NTPIC will consult widely with stakeholders—including the private sector, professional bodies, and subnational governments—while conducting public awareness campaigns to ensure smooth adoption of the new laws. It will also coordinate across revenue and regulatory agencies to harmonise frameworks and provide unified oversight.
Experienced Leadership
Tegbe, a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, brings over 35 years of experience in public and private sector advisory roles, including as Senior Partner at KPMG Africa. Mrs. Sanyade Okoli, Special Adviser to the President on Finance and Economy, will serve as secretary. Other members include Ismaeel Ahmed and Rukaiya El Rufai.
Expressing readiness, Tegbe said: “We understand the strategic importance of these Tax Acts. Our committee will work closely with all stakeholders to ensure seamless implementation and build public trust in the tax system.”
Edun added that the committee’s establishment provides the authority and support needed to reset Nigeria’s fiscal framework. “This will deliver significant economic growth for the benefit of all Nigerians,” he said.
