Nigeria is moving towards a more structured, transparent, and sustainable fiscal framework aimed at supporting long-term economic stability, investor confidence, and inclusive growth, according to Special Adviser to the Minister of Finance and Group Director at the Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS), Nana Ibrahim.
She disclosed this during a private Global Markets Listening Lounge convened by The Connectors Code, which brought together senior professionals, policymakers, and global leaders to discuss Nigeria’s evolving fiscal direction and its implications for businesses and investors.
“What we are seeing is a deliberate shift towards a more structured, transparent, and sustainable fiscal framework,” Ibrahim said, outlining the intent behind the country’s ongoing fiscal and tax reforms.
The session took place during a period of high-level presidential engagements, providing what organisers described as a timely backdrop for discussions on Nigeria’s economic direction and global positioning.
According to the convener of the event, Nkem Igwe, the platform is designed to create spaces where leaders can interpret global shifts and make informed decisions.
“This is about more than conversation. It is about enabling better decisions,” she said.
The discussion featured senior representatives from the Nigerian Revenue Service, including Umaru Idris Ahmed, Yinka Apata, and Thomas Okim. Also in attendance was Caleb Adeoga, who provided a legislative perspective.
Global business participants included Bamidele Adebisi and Adaeze Kingsley Anyanwu. Anyanwu noted that such engagements provide the context needed for globally positioned clients to make informed investment and capital allocation decisions.
The session was co-anchored by Jacqueline Ezeokwelume, who emphasised the importance of clarity and consistency in ensuring that reforms translate into confidence for businesses and investors.
Organisers said the discussion provided participants with the opportunity to engage directly with Nigeria’s reform agenda, offering clarity on what is changing, why the changes are being made, and how they are expected to shape the country’s economic trajectory.