by NIyi Jacobs
— President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday received Nigeria’s newly appointed Tax Ombudsman, Mr. John Nwabueze, at the State House, Abuja, in a move the Federal Government says will strengthen transparency, curb multiple taxation, and improve confidence in the country’s tax system.
The meeting marks the formal operationalisation of the Office of the Tax Ombudsman, a central component of the Tinubu administration’s broader economic reform programme aimed at improving revenue governance and protecting citizens and businesses from excessive fiscal pressures.
Under the new framework, the Tax Ombudsman will function as an independent channel for resolving complaints relating to taxes, levies, customs duties, and other regulatory charges. Officials say the Office is designed to enhance dispute resolution, reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, and promote fairness across federal, state, and local government tax regimes.
Speaking on the reform, government sources said the initiative is expected to ease longstanding concerns among investors and small businesses over unpredictable tax practices, while reinforcing accountability within public revenue institutions.
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, and the Chief of Staff to the President, Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila, were also present at the meeting.
The establishment of the Tax Ombudsman aligns with the administration’s commitment to creating a more predictable and business-friendly environment, a move analysts say could boost investor confidence and strengthen Nigeria’s competitiveness in the regional and global economy.
Officials added that the reform lays the groundwork for inclusive growth and long-term economic stability by balancing revenue mobilisation with taxpayer protection.
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