A Committment with Senate Committee on Tax Reform Bills

Dr. Zacch A. Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), appeared before the Senate Committee chaired by Senator Abba Moro to discuss important aspects of the tax reform bills submitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He expressed strong confidence in the successful passage of these bills, emphasizing that they align with Nigeria's best interests. Dr. Adedeji noted the Senate's positive reception of the reforms and their potential to drive economic progress.

1. Visit by the MD/CEO of OGFZA

Dr. Zacch A. Adedeji warmly welcomed Bamanga Usman Jada, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA), at the FIRS Headquarters. Their discussions centered on fostering collaboration to enhance tax compliance, attract investments to Nigeria’s free zones, and strengthen the nation’s economic growth.

1. Commendation from the Joint Finance Committees of the National Assembly

Dr. Adedeji represented the FIRS before the Joint Finance Committees of the Senate and House of Representatives. Under his leadership, the Service received commendation for exceeding its 2024 revenue targets. He also reiterated the significance of the tax reform bills in strengthening Nigeria’s tax system and promoting sustainable economic growth.

1. Subnational Consultations with the Nigeria Governors' Forum on Tax Reform

Dr. Zacch A. Adedeji participated in the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) Subnational Consultations with the Presidential Tax Reform Committee. He provided clarifications on key areas of the tax reform bills, addressing concerns raised by the NGF and reinforcing their importance for economic development at the state level.

1. Engagement with the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Coordination

Dr. Adedeji hosted Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Coordination and Head of the CRDCU, at the FIRS Headquarters. He briefed her on the Service’s performance in 2024 and discussed strategies for achieving greater success in 2025, emphasizing the Service’s role in driving national development.