AXA Mansard Urges Structured Change Management for Nigerian Employers Amid Transition to New Tax Regime

AXA Mansard Director Omowunmi Adewusi advises Nigerian employers to adopt structured change management and transparent communication during the 2026 tax transition.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 12, 2026, 8:57 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Peoples Gazette

Navigating the Fiscal Transition

As Nigeria transitions to a new tax framework, AXA Mansard Insurance has called on employers to prioritize structured change management to mitigate operational complexities. During a webinar hosted by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) in Lagos on March 12, 2026, Omowunmi Adewusi, AXA Mansard’s General Counsel and Human Resources Director, highlighted that the emerging tax regime represents a significant shift that requires more than just regulatory box-ticking. She argued that deliberate internal adjustments are necessary to protect business continuity and manage the rising costs of doing business in the current economic climate.

The Role of Leadership and Communication

Adewusi noted that major policy reforms often trigger internal uncertainty, which can disrupt productivity if not handled correctly. She advocated for a "proactive leadership" model where transition planning is integrated into the core business strategy. A critical component of this transition is transparent communication. By properly engaging employees and stakeholders throughout the adjustment period, organizations can reduce anxiety and ensure a smoother implementation of the reforms. "Clear engagement helps reduce uncertainty and supports a more seamless transition to new regulatory realities," she stated.

Opportunities for Startups and Emerging Markets

Despite the immediate challenges of the adjustment, Adewusi expressed long-term optimism regarding the reforms. She characterized the new tax law as a potential catalyst for enhancing Nigeria’s overall economic competitiveness. For startups and emerging enterprises, she suggested viewing the new framework as an opportunity to institutionalize better governance and build sustainable structures within a more transparent regulatory environment. Businesses that align their internal processes early with the new environment, she claimed, would be better positioned to capitalize on a more investment-friendly economy.