The Federal Government has inaugurated 50 newly appointed Tax Appeal Commissioners, to reinforce its commitment to economic reforms and a fair tax system.
Th move is to enhance tax administration and revenue generation.
At the inauguration ceremony held at the Ministry of Finance Auditorium in Abuja, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, emphasized the crucial role of the Tax Appeal Tribunal (TAT) in ensuring efficient tax dispute resolution, boosting investor confidence, and fostering a business-friendly environment.
The Director of Information and Public Relations, Muhammed Manga quoted the Minister to have stated,
“While tax avoidance remains legal, tax evasion must be curtailed to maintain trust in Nigeria’s tax system and fund national development,” Edun stated.
The Minister also pointed to improving economic indicators, such as stabilizing inflation, declining food prices, and rising oil production, as signs that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda is delivering results.
The Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, highlighted the tribunal’s role in balancing government revenue needs with protecting taxpayers’ rights, urging the commissioners to apply their expertise to strengthen the tax system.
In response, TAT Commissioner/Chairman Mr. Aderibigbe Adedeji assured the government of the commissioners’ commitment to delivering justice in tax matters, thanking President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve.
The inauguration, backed by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Establishment Act 2007, marked another major step in Nigeria’s tax reforms, aimed at boosting revenue for critical sectors like infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
With this move, the FG is reinforcing the foundation for a more transparent, efficient, and investor-friendly tax system, essential for Nigeria’s long-term economic transformation.
