A new chapter in Nigeria’s revenue administration is taking shape with the unveiling of a fresh institutional identity for the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), marking a formal transition from the former Federal Inland Revenue Service. The development signals a broader shift aimed at strengthening efficiency, unity, and public trust within the country’s tax and revenue framework.
The new logo and brand identity were officially launched at a ceremony in Abuja on Wednesday, drawing attention to the evolving mandate of the revenue authority. The NRS became operational following the signing of its enabling legislation, the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act 2025, by President Bola Tinubu in June 2025, providing the legal foundation for the agency’s expanded role.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of the NRS, Zacch Adedeji, described the unveiling as a significant milestone in the reform of Nigeria’s revenue system. According to him, the new visual identity goes beyond aesthetics, symbolising a renewed institutional focus on service delivery, efficiency, and alignment with international best practices.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Dare Adekanmbi, Adedeji said the new identity reflects a commitment to a more unified and service-oriented revenue system that supports Nigeria’s broader economic transformation agenda. He noted that the transition represents continuity of purpose while also signalling strengthened institutional capacity and a forward-looking approach to taxpayer engagement and national development.
Adedeji further emphasised that the NRS remains committed to transparency, partnership, and service excellence, adding that the rebranding marks the beginning of a strengthened relationship between the revenue authority and the Nigerian public. He described this relationship as one built on trust, clarity, and shared prosperity rather than a mere administrative change.
The unveiling comes amid ongoing national discussions around Nigeria’s recently enacted tax reforms. President Tinubu has reiterated that the new tax laws will be implemented as scheduled, with some provisions already in effect from June 26, 2025, and others set to commence on January 1, 2026. He made this position clear in a statement he personally signed, dismissing calls for a delay in implementation.
The controversy followed allegations by a member of the House of Representatives, Abdulsamad Dasuki, who claimed that certain provisions in the gazetted tax laws were not debated or approved by lawmakers. These claims had fueled public debate and demands for the reforms to be suspended.
Responding to the concerns, the President acknowledged the ongoing discourse but maintained that no substantial issues had been identified to justify halting the reform process. He stressed that the new tax laws are not intended to increase the tax burden on citizens but to reset the fiscal structure, promote harmonisation, and strengthen the social contract between the government and the people.
Tinubu described the reforms as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to establish a fair, competitive, and resilient fiscal foundation for the country. He urged stakeholders to support the implementation phase, noting that trust in governance is built through consistent and well-considered decisions rather than reactive measures.
Together, the launch of the Nigeria Revenue Service’s new identity and the firm stance on tax reform implementation underscore the administration’s determination to modernise Nigeria’s revenue system and position it to better support sustainable economic growth.