Tax Ombud Emphasizes Staff Training for Stronger Tax Administration in Nigeria

The Tax Ombud, Dr. John Nwabueze, has reiterated the Office of the Tax Ombud’s commitment to enhancing staff capacity building. According to Dr. Nwabueze, this initiative aims to foster fairness, transparency, and trust in Nigeria’s tax and revenue administration system. The emphasis on staff training is a strategic move towards building an efficient and sustainable revenue system. Dr. Nwabueze made these remarks at the opening of a recent event, stressing the significance of public confidence in the success of the tax administration.

This renewed focus on staff training is part of a broader effort to strengthen Nigeria’s tax administration, an area that has been identified as crucial for the country’s economic growth and development. According to the World Bank, improving tax administration can boost economic growth by up to 10 percent in low-income countries.

The Tax Ombud’s commitment to staff training echoes the government’s push for capacity building across various sectors. The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has consistently advocated for capacity building as a means to drive national development.

The Tribune Online reported this development on their platform on November 2, 2026.