Tax Law Protests Unconstitutional, Adedeji Warns as Security Agencies Put on Alert

Tax Law Protests Unconstitutional, Adedeji Warns as Security Agencies Put on Alert

Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), has warned that any protests against Nigeria’s new tax laws are unconstitutional, urging security agencies to remain on alert amid rumours of planned demonstrations.

Speaking on Arise TV on Sunday, Adedeji cautioned Nigerians against being misled by misinformation surrounding the tax reform laws, advising citizens to study the provisions carefully and assess how they affect them individually.

“The only message I have for Nigerians is that people should not listen to rumours. They should analyse the data as it affects them, not resort to mass or mob action,” he said.

Adedeji stressed that laws duly passed by the National Assembly cannot be suspended by individuals, pressure groups, or public agitation, except in emergencies provided for by law.

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“The law passed by the National Assembly is the law. No individual can suspend it,” he added.

The NRS chairman said the tax reform bills went through extensive consultations, including over six months of public hearings, before being enacted. While ruling out suspension of the policy, he noted that amendments remain the only legitimate channel for addressing grievances.

With implementation already underway, Adedeji said calls for protests were suspicious, insisting the reforms are designed to protect the poor and strengthen Nigeria’s harmonised tax system.

“I am using this opportunity to call all the security agencies to be on alert,” he said.

Since the Federal Government introduced the new tax policy, public reactions have remained mixed, with supporters citing improved revenue efficiency, while critics continue to question its impact.

Tax Law Protests Unconstitutional, Adedeji Warns as Security Agencies Put on Alert