FIRS Boss Says Tinubu’s Tax Reforms Key to Strengthening Nigeria’s Economy

FIRS Boss Says Tinubu’s Tax Reforms Key to Strengthening Nigeria’s Economy

Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, says President Bola Tinubu’s sweeping tax reforms are at the heart of Nigeria’s push to rebuild its finances and strengthen economic stability. Adedeji stated this on Friday, November 14, 2025, while delivering the maiden Distinguished Lecture Series at the University of Ilesa, Osun State, hosted by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Taiwo Olufemi Asaolu. Revenue Challen…

Nigeria's dwindling revenue not a crisis but an opportunity, says FIRS Chair Adedeji

Zacch Adedeji, chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), says Nigeria should not see its dwindling revenue as a national disaster but as an opportunity to redesign the economy, strengthen institutions and modernise the tax system.   On November 10, it was reported that Nigeria’s gross profit from crude oil and gas sales plunged by N824.66 billion in 2024 despite a rebound in oil production.   Speaking at the University of Ilesa’s fo…

Tinubu’s tax reforms tipped as lifeline for Nigeria’s economy, says FIRS boss

The Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zaach Adedeji, has revealed that President Bola Tinubu's tax reforms are benefitting Nigeria's economy.