The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Tax Reform Challenge, a nationwide competition designed to engage students in discussions and creative expressions about the country’s new tax reform laws. According to Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, the challenge is open to undergraduates at all Nigerian tertiary institutions as well as graduates who are participating in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program or awaiting mobilization.
The competition aims to raise awareness of tax education, promote constructive dialogue on Nigeria’s tax reform, and inspire innovative ideas from young Nigerians. Participants must create and submit an article, video, podcast, radio piece, or social media post related to the tax reform, published between July 1 and December 31 2025. Submissions should be educative, engaging, and fact‑based, though critical entries are also welcome. The initiative forms part of the committee’s strategy to deepen public understanding of the new tax policies and to provide a platform for youth to contribute to fiscal reform discussions.
Entries will be judged on creativity, factual accuracy, and the ability to inform or engage the public on tax issues. Winners will share a total of N10 million in cash prizes: N5 million for first place, N3 million for second, and N2 million for third. In addition, the top ten finalists from each geopolitical zone will receive consolation prizes such as gadgets, internships or employment opportunities, and will be named Tax Reform Youth Ambassadors. These ambassadors are expected to promote fiscal literacy and drive youth participation in tax‑related discussions nationwide.
Interested students can visit fiscalreforms.ng for more information and to apply. The Tax Reform Challenge represents a significant effort to promote tax education and awareness among young Nigerians, encouraging them to contribute to the country’s fiscal reform dialogue. By providing a platform for creative expression and innovation, the challenge has the potential to shape the future of Nigeria’s tax policies, foster a more informed and engaged citizenry, and inspire a new generation of tax professionals and advocates, ultimately supporting the nation’s economic growth and development.
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