The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has officially commenced operations, replacing the former Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) as the country’s new national tax authority.
The transition follows the signing of the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act 2025 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in June. The commencement of operations coincided with the beginning of the new year.
The official launch was marked by the unveiling of the NRS logo and brand identity at an event held in Abuja, signalling a new phase in Nigeria’s revenue administration framework.
Speaking on the development, the Executive Chairman of the NRS, Zacch Adedeji, described the rebranding as a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to modernise Nigeria’s revenue system.
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In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Dare Adekanmbi, Adedeji said the new identity reflects a renewed commitment to building a unified, efficient, and service-oriented revenue system aligned with Nigeria’s broader economic transformation agenda.
He explained that the establishment of the NRS represents continuity of purpose, enhanced operational capacity, and a forward-looking approach aimed at supporting taxpayers while strengthening national development.
Adedeji further reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to transparency, partnership, and service excellence, stressing that the NRS is focused on building public trust and promoting shared prosperity across the country.