The Federal Government says several key reforms and directives will take effect in 2026 as part of efforts to enhance transparency, boost revenue generation and modernise public service delivery.

The measures are expected to significantly change how citizens and businesses interact with government institutions.

A breakdown of the policies shows that the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) will replace the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) from Jan. 1, 2026, following the government’s reforms to tax administration. All taxpayers will be required to comply with the updated procedures.

The government also announced that all federal revenue payments will become fully digital from 2026. Cash payments for services such as passports, licences and regulatory fees will no longer be accepted. The move is aimed at reducing leakages and strengthening transparency in revenue collection.

In the area of trade facilitation, the National Single Window (NSW) platform is expected to become fully operational in the first quarter of 2026. The platform is designed to streamline trade and Customs processes and reduce bureaucracy for importers and exporters.

Similarly, the government said the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Nigeria Data Exchange (NGDX) platforms will be rolled out early in 2026 to support e-government services and enhance data exchange among agencies.

On budget implementation, the Federal Government directed that 70 per cent of the 2025 capital budget be rolled over into the 2026 fiscal year. The directive is intended to prioritise the completion of ongoing projects in security, infrastructure and social services in view of revenue constraints.

In addition, the Revenue Optimisation Platform (RevOp) will centralise revenue collection, reconciliation and monitoring across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). The system will integrate with the Treasury Single Account and other financial management platforms to curb leakages.