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President Tinubu Receives Nigeria’s Tax Ombudsman, Urges Fairness and Transparency in Tax Administration
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday received Dr. John Nwabueze, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Tax Complaints Commission—widely known as the Tax Ombudsman—at the State House in Abuja.
The meeting, attended by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, comes as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s tax reform agenda and build public confidence in the revenue system.
Dr. Nwabueze was appointed by President Tinubu on November 4, 2025, as the pioneer Tax Ombudsman under the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025.
The legislation establishes the Office of the Tax Ombud (also referred to as the Tax Complaints Commission) to serve as an independent body for investigating and resolving disputes between taxpayers and tax authorities, including complaints related to taxes, levies, customs duties, excise matters, and regulatory charges.
During the audience, President Tinubu charged Dr. Nwabueze to diligently execute his mandate with integrity, impartiality, and professionalism. The President reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and accountability in tax administration, emphasizing that the new office is a critical tool for protecting taxpayers’ rights, reducing arbitrary actions by officials, and fostering voluntary compliance.
The establishment of the Tax Ombudsman is seen as a key pillar of President Tinubu’s broader fiscal reforms aimed at harmonizing revenue administration across federal, state, and local levels, curbing multiple taxation, and creating a more predictable and equitable business environment.
Dr. Nwabueze, a seasoned tax professional from Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State, brings extensive experience in tax policy, fiscal advisory, and public service. His background includes roles as Managing Partner of a tax advisory firm, Technical Adviser to National Assembly committees, and adviser to former economic teams.
The new laws empowering the Tax Complaints Commission are expected to enhance taxpayer protection, promote efficient dispute resolution through mediation rather than litigation, and ultimately boost trust in Nigeria’s revenue framework amid the country’s push for sustainable economic growth and improved revenue generation.
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Obi Sees Something Good in Tinubu’s “Naira Float Policy ‘
The policy was introduced by the Tinubu administration in June 2023 as part of wider foreign exchange reforms.
The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, Peter Obi, has said he would retain President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s naira float policy if elected president.
The policy was introduced by the Tinubu administration in June 2023 as part of wider foreign exchange reforms.
The Central Bank of Nigeria removed restrictions at the Investors and Exporters foreign exchange window, allowing the naira to trade more freely against the dollar and other major currencies
Obi made the disclosure in a public statement on air, emphasising that his administration would seek to strengthen the currency by prioritising productivity and increasing economic output rather than reversing the floating exchange-rate framework.
Asked to identify one policy of the Tinubu administration he would keep if elected, Obi said, “There’s one – the floating of the Naira. I’m not going to defend it. But I’m going to put productivity to make it more valuable to the people.”
His position means he would maintain the floating exchange-rate system while seeking to change the economic conditions that determine the strength and value of the naira.
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Dangote Refinery Buys 16m Barrels Of Nigerian Crude For October
The October supply is equivalent to about 520,000 barrels per day, representing most of the refinery’s 700,000 barrels-per-day processing capacity.
Dangote Refinery has bought at least 16 million barrels of Nigerian crude oil for delivery in October.
Reuters reported that the 16 million barrels comprise monthly crude allocations from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company and additional volumes purchased through a tender.
The October supply is equivalent to about 520,000 barrels per day, representing most of the refinery’s 700,000 barrels-per-day processing capacity.
The increased crude purchases highlight the refinery’s rising demand for feedstock as it expands operations and moves closer to operating at a larger share of its installed capacity.
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Brent crude slid to around $106 per barrel
Top US officials reportedly warned President Donald Trump that the war could continue through the remainder of his term, which ends in January 2029.
Brent crude slid to around $106 per barrel on Friday in a likely technical correction, but was still set to end the week sharply higher as the escalating conflict between the US and Iran fueled concerns over prolonged disruptions to global energy supplies.
Top US officials reportedly warned President Donald Trump that the war could continue through the remainder of his term, which ends in January 2029.
Meanwhile, Iranian leaders are reportedly determined to continue fighting despite mounting economic costs, viewing the conflict as an existential threat.
They also claim that Tehran has managed to rebuild its missile capabilities and could intensify attacks on US and Gulf assets if Washington escalates its own strikes.
Fighting has intensified over the past two weeks, with the US targeting Iranian oil tankers while Iran launched missiles at US warships and tankers in the Persian Gulf, as well as American assets in neighboring countries.
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