THE Nigeria Revenue Service has dismissed a widely circulated infographic alleging that the Federal Government introduced a new vehicle tax set to take effect from July 1, 2026, describing the claim as false, misleading, and without any official backing.
News Point Nigeria reports that the agency said the viral material, which has gained traction across online platforms, directed owners of private, commercial, and corporate vehicles to pay a levy through unspecified channels, including online platforms and approved banks, without clearly stating any applicable tax rate.
According to the NRS, the infographic also attempts to mislead the public by referencing Federal Inland Revenue Service’s website, http://www.firs.gov.ng, for further information, whereas the correct and official website of the agency is http://www.nrs.gov.ng.
In a statement sent to this Newspaper on Monday, the Special Adviser to the NRS Chairman and agency spokesperson, Dare Adekanmbi, clarified that no such policy exists and that the Federal Government has not introduced any new vehicle tax as claimed.
“The attention of the Nigeria Revenue Service has been drawn to a viral infographic message claiming that the Federal Government has introduced a fresh vehicle tax on all registered vehicles effective from July 1, 2026,” he said.
“The message, which was adorned with the Federal Government logo to give the appearance of authenticity, advises vehicle owners to make payments online or at approved banks and agencies.
The NRS wishes to state categorically that the information did not emanate from the Service or any government agency,” he added.
Adekanmbi urged Nigerians to ignore the circulating message, describing it as fabricated content designed to deceive the public and create confusion around government policies.
“Citizens are, therefore, advised to disregard the fabricated message designed to mislead the public and instead rely on official government channels for information on government policies,” he stated.
The agency further emphasised the need for the public to depend solely on verified communication platforms, including its official website and recognised social media handles, stressing that the viral infographic does not represent any policy direction of the Federal Government.
