NESG Launches Purple Book to Drive Inclusive Governance

The Policy Innovation Centre (PIC), an initiative of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), has unveiled the *Purple Book*, a comprehensive policy guide aimed at advancing gender equity and social inclusion across Nigeria.

The document captures key insights and recommendations from the 2025 Gender and Inclusion Summit (GS-25) and outlines practical steps to strengthen gender-responsive governance while expanding opportunities for women, youth, and marginalised groups.

Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Executive Director of PIC, Dr. Osasuyi Dirisu, emphasised the need to translate dialogue into measurable outcomes.

“The conversations we had today in the room are why the Gender and Inclusion Summit exist. After the summit, we don’t allow the conversations to end there. Our real burden is to ensure that we can translate every insight from the summit into real solutions,” she stressed.

Delivering a keynote address on behalf of the Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, Albert Folorunsho of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform Committee highlighted the broader implications of tax reform.

“The Purple Book reminds us that tax reform is not simply about revenue – it is about fairness, opportunity, and national development, and it must unlock potential. When a tax system works for women, youth, and informal workers, it works for the entire economy, and it becomes a cornerstone of Nigeria’s broader economic reform agenda,” he said.

PIC Board Member Maryam Uwais also stressed the importance of inclusivity.

“A modern tax system must go beyond revenue generation to ensure fairness, support enterprise, and expand opportunity for all Nigerians, especially women, youth, and those in the informal sector,” the Board member stated.

The event convened policymakers, development partners, private sector stakeholders, and civil society actors, with discussions focusing on leveraging the 2026 tax reforms to drive economic inclusion.

Stakeholders noted that the *Purple Book* will guide ongoing reforms ahead of GS-2026 and support evidence-based, impact-driven policymaking.