The Federal Government has taken a major step to leverage the influence of digital creators in educating Nigerians about upcoming fiscal changes. Through the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform, chaired by Taiwo Oyedele, the government has selected the top 20 content creators for a special training programme on the nation's new tax laws.
Massive Public Response and Selection Criteria
In an announcement made on his official X account, Oyedele revealed an overwhelming public interest in the initiative. The call for nominations, which closed on 9 November 20258,591 nominations submitted for over 200 different content creators.
The final selection of the 20 participants was not arbitrary. The committee ranked the nominees based on a key metric: their combined followership and engagement across major social media platforms. This ensures the training reaches the widest possible audience.
"Thank you to everyone who recommended a creator who has guided you through Nigeria’s new tax reform laws or who you think deserves to join the discussion," Oyedele stated, acknowledging the public's role.
Meet the Selected Creators for "Influencing for Good"
The chosen creators, who will participate in the programme tagged "Influencing for Good," are expected to become ambassadors for accurate tax information. The list includes:
- Financial Jennifer
- Onlinebanker
- Don Aza
- Mary Efombruh
- Baba Ogbon Awon Agba International
- Perpetual Badejo
- Personalfinancegirl
- Tomi Akinwale
- Emeka Ayogu
- Aderonke Avav
- Odunola Ewetola
- Christiana Balogun
- Mosbrief
- Chidozie Chikwe
- Zainulabideen Abdulazeez
- Chinemerem Oguegbe
- Oyagha Michael
- Ayomide Ogunlade
- Ayọ̀dèjì Fálétò
- Vera Korie
Notably absent from the list is popular comedian and skit maker, Sabinus, whose massive following had led to speculation about his potential inclusion.
Training Objectives and Next Steps for Implementation
The core objective of the dedicated training sessions is to equip these influencers with a deeper, practical understanding of Nigeria's new tax laws. This knowledge is intended to help them provide clearer, more balanced, and insightful guidance to their millions of followers, combating misinformation.
The selected creators have been asked to confirm their participation by submitting a designated form before Monday, 8 December 2025. They are also to indicate specific topics they wish the training to cover, ensuring the programme addresses real-world concerns.
This innovative move follows President Bola Tinubu's signing of four key tax reform bills into law in June 2025. The new Tax Act 2025 is set to take effect from 1 January 2026, introducing significant changes to how income, including salaries, bonuses, and allowances, is taxed.
Key provisions of the new law include an exemption for salary earners with an annual income below N800,000, as well as for military personnel. The law also clarifies allowable deductions and mandates that self-employed individuals maintain proper financial records.
By partnering with trusted digital voices, the government aims to foster a smoother transition and wider public acceptance of these critical fiscal reforms.
