The African Democratic Congress has asked the Presidency to stop the implementation of the newly approved tax law following concerns about differences in its final version. The party said the law, which is expected to take effect on January 1, 2026, should not be enforced until the issues are resolved.
The call follows reports that the version of the tax reform law signed and published differs from what was approved by the National Assembly. Members of the House of Representatives recently raised concerns, stating that some parts of the gazetted document were not part of the bill passed by both chambers of the legislature.
Reacting to the development, the ADC, through its Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the differences discovered in the final document raise serious questions about the process. The party warned that enforcing the law under such conditions could affect public trust and create confusion.
According to the ADC, the alleged additions in the final text were not debated or approved by lawmakers, making the law unsuitable for enforcement at this time. The party urged President Bola Tinubu to halt the rollout of the tax reforms and allow a proper review of the document to ensure it reflects what was lawfully passed.
The controversy over the tax law has continued to draw attention as lawmakers and political groups demand clarity on how the final version was produced before it was signed into law.