The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has revealed that he is facing life-threatening situations due to his role in implementing comprehensive tax reforms in Nigeria.
Oyedele made the disclosure while speaking at a public function in Abuja on Tuesday, January 13, where he highlighted the risks and challenges associated with reforming a system that affects powerful interests.
“Reforms are hard, and tax reforms are even harder. You need courage. I receive threats simply for trying to fix a broken system,” he said.
According to him, the reform process is hindered by several factors, including widespread mistrust of government, weak tax compliance culture, and limited public understanding of the concept of fiscal exchange — the relationship between taxes paid and public services delivered.
The federal government began enforcing new tax legislation on January 1, 2026, as part of efforts to overhaul Nigeria’s fiscal framework. The reforms introduced four major laws: the Nigeria Tax Act 2025, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025, the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act 2025, and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Act 2025.
The new legal framework is aimed at improving revenue generation, enhancing efficiency in tax administration, and strengthening coordination among federal and state tax authorities.
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