The Federal Government has insisted that the newly enacted tax laws will take effect as scheduled, with the next phase set to commence on January 1, 2026.

This was contained in a State House press release issued on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

According to the statement, some of the tax laws came into force on June 26, 2025, while the remaining ones are expected to begin implementation in January 2026, as earlier planned.

The Presidency described the reforms as a once in a generation opportunity to build a fair, competitive and resilient fiscal system for the country.

It clarified that the new tax laws are not aimed at increasing the tax burden on Nigerians but are designed to reset the tax structure, drive harmonisation and strengthen the social contract while protecting the dignity of citizens.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu urged all stakeholders to support the implementation of the reforms, noting that the process has now moved fully into the delivery stage.

The statement also addressed public discussions over alleged changes to some provisions of the tax laws, stressing that no substantial issue has been identified that would justify disrupting the reform process.

It added that trust in governance is built over time through making the right decisions, rather than through premature or reactive actions.

The Presidency reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to due process and the integrity of laws duly enacted, assuring that it would continue to work with the National Assembly to ensure the swift resolution of any issues that may arise.

The Federal Government further assured Nigerians that it would continue to act in the overriding public interest to ensure a tax system that supports prosperity and shared responsibility across the country.