Minister of Finance Pledges Review of Capital Gains Tax in the New tax -
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Contributing sentiments towards policy:
56% : The timely assurance came from the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who said there would be continued consultation and a balanced approach in the implementation of the new Capital Gains Tax (CGT) provisions under the recently enacted tax reforms.53% : The Nigeria Tax Act 2025, signed by President Bola Tinubu in June 2025 and effective as of January 1, 2026, puts together several tax laws and introduces major amendments to the CGT.
53% : NGX Group GMD/CEO Temi Popoola called for caution: Policies such as the capital gains tax must be carefully designed so that objectives of government revenue can be balanced with investor confidence and market growth.
53% : Edun's assurance suggests that the government is willing to refine implementation for "optimum results" by balancing needs for revenues with the need for market growth. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Tax Reform Committee, clarified thus: Past gains won't be taxed retroactively Edun's engagement underlines a collaborative approach to fiscal policy; consultations are ongoing, and the stakeholders hope for adjustments that will keep investor sentiment intact while helping reach revenue goals.
51% : "We have heard what you have said on capital gains tax.
51% : These changes are geared toward broadening the tax base, closing loopholes, and increasing revenue, but also lead to portfolio recalibration and sell-offs on fears of reduced attractiveness for equities and foreign investment.
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