President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reforming Nigeria’s tax system through technology adoption and data analysis, a move expected to impact tax compliance and service delivery nationwide.
The President, represented by Doris Uzoka-Anite, Minister of State for Finance, disclosed this at the 27th Annual Tax Conference of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) held in Abuja.
Themed “Taxation for Development: Policies, Law and Implementation”, the conference focuses on advancing Nigeria’s tax regime to support sustainable national development.
President Tinubu says the Federal Government is intensifying efforts to modernise the tax system, describing a “robust, transparent and fair tax structure” as essential for financing government operations and fostering an environment of stability, accountability and long-term growth.
The President highlights digitisation of tax processes as a strategic step to boost compliance, improve service delivery, and expand the national tax base. “The use of technology and data analysis in tax administration is not just desirable but necessary,” he states.
Ongoing reforms include the establishment of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms and the passage of the Economic Stabilisation Bills, which he describes as “significant steps” in simplifying tax administration and aligning fiscal policy with Nigeria’s development goals.
He calls on tax professionals and policymakers to take active roles in strengthening tax institutions and shaping effective strategies that will increase revenue and improve the quality of life for Nigerians.
The President’s remarks come amid growing national conversations about how digital transformation can drive transparency and efficiency in government services, particularly in the face of economic pressures and calls for improved public sector accountability.
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