The Kogi State government is actively encouraging its citizens to prepare for and fully support the Federal Government’s newly modified tax system, which is scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026.
This appeal was made yesterday by Alhaji Sule Salihu Enehe, the Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS), during a one-day stakeholders forum held at the government house in Lokoja on the topic of the Nigeria’s Tax Acts 2025.
Alhaji Enehe offered firm assurances to the people of Kogi State that the upcoming tax legislation is designed to be a catalyst for economic growth, paving the way for essential development and ultimately enhancing the quality of life for all citizens. He stressed that the comprehensive tax reform package aims to simplify compliance procedures, significantly boost revenue generation, and effectively address the current regional inconsistencies plaguing tax administration.
Crucially, the KGIRS Chairman highlighted the equitable structure of the new Acts. He noted that the system is specifically designed to safeguard low-income earners, ease the burden on middle-income groups, and apply higher tax rates to high-income earners—a move he described as aligning with global best practices.
“This Stakeholders’ engagement is targeted at ensuring better understanding of the Nigeria Tax Act ahead of its full implementation January next year,” Enehe stated. He clarified the scope of the reform: “Most provisions of the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 are scheduled to become effective on January 1, 2026. The reform package includes four principal acts namely: Nigeria Tax Act, Nigeria Tax Administration Act, Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act and Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Act.”
Representing the Governor at the forum was Nasir Ichanyi, the Special Adviser on Revenue Generation. He echoed the need for change, explaining that the new tax regime serves to harmonize previously fragmented tax laws, eliminate the issue of multiple taxation, and substantially strengthen the transparency of tax administration across the board.
Ichanyi reaffirmed the state government’s unwavering commitment to supporting these federal tax reform efforts. He emphasized that such reforms are absolutely critical for improving national revenue generation and bolstering the nation’s economic strength. He described the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 as a major package of reforms intended to widen the tax net, improve compliance, solidify legal frameworks, and significantly enhance revenue generation necessary for sustainable development.
While stakeholders at the forum agreed on the necessity of the reforms, they strongly appealed to all levels of government—federal, state, and local—to ensure that taxpayers genuinely reap the benefits of their contributions. They stressed that strict accountability and complete transparency will be essential for the success and public acceptance of the new tax regime. Y
