President Bola Tinubu has named Dr. John Nwabueze as Nigeria's Tax Ombudsman under the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025. The federal government described the decision as part of efforts to build trust and fairness within the nation's revenue collection system. Nwabueze previously worked as managing partner at a prominent tax consulting practice and advised legislative committees overseeing the Federal Capital Territory and Finance. He also counseled the chief economic adviser during Olusegun Obasanjo's presidency.
The new officeholder earned a doctorate in business administration with a finance concentration from Walden University in Minneapolis and holds graduate and undergraduate degrees in accounting and mathematics from institutions in Washington and Jos. Tinubu expressed assurance that Nwabueze will perform his responsibilities with professionalism and dedication. The position creates an independent avenue for citizens and companies to resolve conflicts with revenue collection agencies regarding taxes, customs charges and regulatory payments.
Officials said the ombudsman will address grievances about improper treatment by tax personnel while streamlining how disagreements are managed. Authorities view the role as essential to encouraging voluntary compliance and expanding government income without placing excessive demands on the private sector or individuals.
The new officeholder earned a doctorate in business administration with a finance concentration from Walden University in Minneapolis and holds graduate and undergraduate degrees in accounting and mathematics from institutions in Washington and Jos. Tinubu expressed assurance that Nwabueze will perform his responsibilities with professionalism and dedication. The position creates an independent avenue for citizens and companies to resolve conflicts with revenue collection agencies regarding taxes, customs charges and regulatory payments.
Officials said the ombudsman will address grievances about improper treatment by tax personnel while streamlining how disagreements are managed. Authorities view the role as essential to encouraging voluntary compliance and expanding government income without placing excessive demands on the private sector or individuals.
