President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), a high-level team mandated to coordinate the rollout of Nigeria’s new tax laws and anchor the administration’s ambitious fiscal reforms.
The committee will be chaired by Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, a seasoned accountant and tax expert whose profile blends deep technocratic experience with active political engagement.
Tegbe, a Fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), is widely known for his decades of leadership in advisory services at KPMG Africa—where he served as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services—as well as for his participation in Oyo State politics, including his bid for the governorship.
This combination of technical expertise and frontline political exposure is seen by insiders as a deliberate choice to position the committee under a chair who understands both fiscal policy design and the political realities of reform implementation.
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, will oversee the committee’s work.
Mrs. Sanyade Okoli, Special Adviser to the President on Finance and Economy, will serve as Secretary, with Ismaeel Ahmed, Rukaiya El-Rufai, and several experts from tax administration, finance, law, civil society, and the private sector appointed as members.
Tinubu: ‘Tax Implementation Central to Economic Transformation’
President Tinubu said the committee will play a vital role in delivering a modern, transparent, and technology-enabled tax system.
“These new Tax Acts reflect our administration’s commitment to building a fair, transparent, and technology-driven tax system that supports economic growth while protecting the interests of citizens and businesses.
The National Tax Policy Implementation Committee will ensure coherent, effective, and well-aligned implementation across all levels of government,” he stated.
He added that the implementation of the Tax Acts is central to the government’s broader economic transformation agenda and to strengthening Nigeria’s public finance management.
Mandate: Broad Consultation and Inter-Agency Alignment
The NTPIC will embark on nationwide consultations to secure broad-based input on tax law implementation. Its core responsibilities include:
Engaging private-sector groups, professional associations, and subnational governments;
Conducting public awareness campaigns to support smooth transition to the new laws;
Aligning the work of revenue agencies and regulators;
Harmonising existing frameworks with new statutes;
Ensuring unified oversight and reporting structures across government.
The committee’s structure reflects an emphasis on inclusivity, with members drawn from diverse sectors to create a balanced approach to policy execution.
Tegbe: A Technocrat With Political Reach
The appointment of Tegbe signals an attempt to place the implementation of tax reforms under a leader who can bridge technical rigor with political nuance.
In addition to his 35-year career in finance and advisory, Tegbe has been a visible figure in Oyo State politics, first in the All Progressives Congress (APC) and later in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), where he contested for the governorship ticket.
His political exposure is expected to strengthen the committee’s ability to navigate stakeholder management, especially at the state level where tax reforms often confront entrenched interests.
“We understand the strategic importance of these Tax Acts. Our committee will work closely with all stakeholders to support the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy in ensuring seamless implementation and building public trust in the tax system,” he said.
Edun: ‘A Reset of the Fiscal Framework’
Finance Minister Wale Edun described the committee as central to the administration’s efforts to modernise and stabilise Nigeria’s public finance architecture.
“With the establishment of this Committee, Mr President has not only set the direction but also provided the authority and support required to reset not just the tax system but the entire fiscal policy framework of government, to deliver significant economic growth for the benefit of all Nigerians.”
Strengthening Revenue and Fiscal Sustainability
The NTPIC is expected to enhance revenue mobilisation, minimise leakages, and reinforce accountability.
Government officials believe that a well-implemented tax framework will improve fiscal sustainability and expand funding for national development at a time when Nigeria is under pressure to deepen non-oil revenues.
The announcement was signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.
