The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has cautioned Nigerians against a fake online message claiming the introduction of a new vehicle tax, describing it as misleading and fraudulent.
In a statement by its spokesperson, Dare Adekambi, the agency said a widely circulated infographic falsely directs vehicle owners to an unofficial website and urges them to make payments through unauthorised channels.
“The information did not emanate from the NRS or any government agency,” Adekambi said, urging the public to ignore the claims and rely only on verified government sources.
The viral message alleges that a new vehicle tax will take effect from July 1 and instructs private, commercial, and corporate vehicle owners to pay via banks and other platforms. It also provides a fake web address instead of the NRS’s official site.
The agency stressed that no such tax has been introduced by the Federal Government.
The warning comes as the NRS prepares to launch Rev360, a new digital platform aimed at modernising tax administration and improving compliance. The system is scheduled to go live on April 30 as part of broader reforms.
Rev360 is expected to streamline tax processes and enhance efficiency, aligning with the transition from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to the NRS.
The NRS said it remains committed to transparency and tackling misinformation, warning that fake content could undermine public trust and disrupt ongoing reforms.
It advised Nigerians to verify information through its official website and social media channels and avoid acting on unverified online materials.
The agency has set a N40.7 trillion revenue target for 2026, a 44 per cent increase from the N28.29 trillion recorded in 2025. Collections have risen sharply from N6.4 trillion in 2021, reflecting improved enforcement and compliance.
The NRS said achieving this target will depend on public cooperation and access to accurate information, as the government seeks to boost non-oil revenue and reduce reliance on borrowing.
