*•PRESS RELEASE•*
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
*Date:* Thursday, December 4, 2025
*Countdown:* 8 Days to the Conference
*BLAKEY Announces Expanded Speaker Lineup as Countdown Begins for the 10th BLAKEY’s National Tax Conference Ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 Tax Reform Rollout*
*Lagos, Nigeria* — With just *eight (8) days* remaining until the *10th BLAKEY’s National Tax Conference,* BLAKEY confirms an expanded panel of distinguished speakers as Nigeria prepares for the commencement of major tax reforms on *January 1, 2026.*
The conference will take place on *Friday, December 12, 2025,* from *9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,* at the *Banquet Hall, 4th Floor, Banex Mall, Lekki, Lagos.*
As the nation approaches a transformative fiscal era, the conference aims to provide timely, pro bono tax education to equip professionals, business owners, and citizens for the new compliance landscape.
*Distinguished Speaker Lineup*
A total of *six renowned experts* from taxation, finance, technology, and public policy will headline the event:
*Original Speakers*
*• Dr. Adetayo Hassan, FCA* – Fiscal governance expert & LASU Bursar Emeritus
*• Chief Blakey Okwudili Ijezie, FCA, FCTI, FIMC, CMC* – Founder, Taxation Without Fear
*• Mr. Emeka Atuma, FCA* – Specialist in Data & AI in tax administration
*Newly Added Guest Speakers*
*• Mr. Edima Ben Ekpo, FCA* – Former Deputy General Manager, United Bank for Africa Plc
*• Mr. Femi Sowemimo, FCA* – Partner, Kenneth Odusanya & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
*• Engr. Joe Nwakwue* – Former Special Adviser to the Minister of Petroleum Resources
Their combined expertise strengthens the conference’s mandate to deliver practical, actionable guidance ahead of the 2026 tax regime.
*Conference Highlights*
Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions covering:
• Corporate and Personal Tax Rights
• SME and Startup Incentives
• Digital Taxation and Compliance Requirements
• Ombudsman Procedures for Taxpayer Dispute Resolution
Participation is *free,* with complimentary materials and lunch provided. Early RSVP is strongly advised due to limited seating.
*Comment from the Organizers*
Chief Blakey Okwudili Ijezie emphasized:
“With only days left before Nigeria enters a new tax era, this conference is timely and essential. Our goal is to ensure that taxpayers and practitioners embrace 2026 with clarity, confidence, and full understanding of their obligations and rights.”
*Registration*
To secure attendance, participants are encouraged to RSVP via:
*📩 blakeyijezie@yahoo.com*
For media inquiries or partnership opportunities, please contact:
*Blakey Advisory Desk*
Email: blakeyijezie@yahoo.com
