The Federal Government has inaugurated the 50 newly-appointed Tax Appeal Commissioners to bolster Nigeria’s economic reforms and revenue generation.
Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who inaugurated the appointees on Wednesday in Abuja, stressed the crucial role of the Tax Appeal Commissioners in supporting the country’s economic reforms.
He emphasised the importance of the Tax Appeal Tribunal, TAT, in ensuring fair and efficient adjudication of tax disputes, which is essential for attracting investment and fostering a business-friendly environment.
Edun pointed out that reducing tax evasion is vital for maintaining trust in Nigeria’s tax system and funding national development.
According to a statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga, the minister said while tax avoidance remains legal, tax evasion must be curtailed to ensure the integrity of Nigeria’s tax system, he noted.
On improving Nigeria’s economic indicators, he highlighted stabilising inflation, declining food prices, and rising oil production.
He noted that these improvements demonstrate the progress of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to place Nigeria on a sustainable path of growth, job creation, and poverty reduction.
Speaking earlier, the Minister of State Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite stated that the Tribunal is a key mechanism in the tax system, balancing the interest of government in revenue generation and ensuring that taxpayers’ rights are protected.
Uzoka-Anite called on the members of the Tax Appeal Tribunal, TAT, to bring their wealth of experience to bear in order to ensure the realization of the policy objectives of government
Responding, the Tax Appeal Tribunal Commissioner/Chairman Mr Aderibigbe Adedeji assured the Minister that members would bring their wealth of experience to bear in discharging their duties, while also thanking President Bola Tinubu for the opportunity given to them to serve the nation in that capacity
The inauguration comes as part of the Federal Government’s broader tax reforms designed to increase revenue for critical sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
