The Federal Government has dismissed recent reports claiming it intends to introduce new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products.
The clarification follows the publication of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV Consultation Report on Nigeria, which recommended such fiscal changes.
Maryann Duke, the Senior Special Assistant on Communications and Press Secretary to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, made the clarification in a statement on Tuesday evening.
The minister’s aide explained that the assessments and recommendations outlined by the IMF are merely policy suggestions for consideration and do not represent binding choices or official decisions made by the Nigerian administration.
Duke emphasized that any future economic adjustments are strictly determined by national priorities and established legislative frameworks.
“The Federal Government is not considering the introduction of any new taxes on telecommunications services or petroleum products,” Duke stated in the official release. She added, “The Government wishes to
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