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The Federal Government has commenced the implementation of its Green Tax Surcharge, a new environmental levy designed to reduce carbon emissions while encouraging the importation of cleaner vehicles into Nigeria.
The policy, which took effect on July 1 under the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures, is being implemented by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) alongside a broader review of import tariffs and excise duties affecting vehicles, food items, industrial inputs and other products.
FG’s New Green Tax: Everything You Need to Know Plus 10 Key Items Affected by the New Import DutiesSource: UGC
While the Green Tax has raised concerns among vehicle importers and clearing agents about its potential impact on costs, the Federal Government insists the measure is part of a wider reform aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, reducing inflation through lower tariffs on selected goods, and aligning Nigeria’s trade policy with global best practices.
What is the Green Tax?
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