Hon. Bunmi Obakoya Expresses Confidence in the Positive Impact of New Tax Reforms
By Akeem Busari
The recently enacted tax reforms have continued to spark nationwide discussion, cutting across political, economic, and social spheres. Given Nigeria’s decades-old tax framework, the heightened attention is hardly surprising.
Economic analysts and public commentators have weighed in extensively, offering diverse perspectives. Beyond the noise, however, several seasoned voices have stepped forward to provide measured and forward-looking insights.
Hon. Bunmi Obakoya, a former board member of the International Institute of Foreign Affairs, has urged Nigerians to approach the reforms with optimism, describing them as a transformative policy shift with long-term generational benefits.
“I fully understand the anxiety and concerns being expressed,” she noted. “Such reactions are natural, especially considering that many Nigerians are unfamiliar with reforms of this scale.”
She emphasized that the driving force behind the policy is the government’s focus on sustainable prosperity and the socio-economic well-being of citizens.
“A simple review of ongoing projects across the country shows a deliberate commitment to infrastructure development aimed at improving livelihoods and economic growth,” she explained.
Reflecting on the broader picture, Obakoya, who is also the CEO of Diffuser Nigeria, concluded on a philosophical note: “After the rain comes the sunshine.”
