FG Moves to Centralise Revenue Collection, Retains Technical Oversight with the Solid Minerals Ministry
The Federal Government has handed over the collection of mineral royalties from mining operators nationwide to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), in a major policy shift aimed at strengthening revenue administration under the new tax laws.
The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development will, however, continue to provide technical and regulatory support, including mineral pricing data, geological information, and coordination within the sector.
The decision followed a meeting in Abuja on Thursday between the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, and the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji.
Law Backs Transfer of Royalty Administration
According to a statement by Dare Adekanmbi, Special Adviser to the NRS Chairman, the transition is backed by the Nigeria Tax Laws 2025, which empower the NRS to administer all federally collectible revenues.
The new framework officially became operational on January 1, 2026, following its enactment by President Bola Tinubu on June 26, 2025.
Both institutions say they will work closely to ensure mining operators are well-informed and that the transition is implemented without disruption to the sector.
The Ministry will continue to serve as a technical partner, while the NRS takes full responsibility for royalty collection and accounting.
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As part of implementation efforts, the government will embark on a nationwide sensitisation programme to guide mining operators on royalty filing and payment procedures under the new law.
Authorities also disclosed plans to deploy a modern digital royalty administration system, designed to improve efficiency, enhance transparency, and reduce revenue leakages.
Mining operators have been advised to comply with their filing and payment obligations while actively participating in the upcoming sensitisation exercise.
Both agencies assured stakeholders that the new system will be implemented in a transparent and orderly manner, with regular technical engagements to resolve emerging issues.
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