Senate Withdraws Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills? Akpabio Finally Opens Up, Video Trends
- The Nigerian Senate has reiterated its commitment to passing the controversial tax reform bills forwarded to the chamber by President Bola Tinubu
- Godswill Akpabio, the president of the Senate, announced the stands of the Upper Chamber on the controversial bills during plenary on Thursday, December 5
- According to Akpabio, the Senate cannot be intimidated by any external forces, adding that the bill was in the interest of Nigerians
The Nigerian Senate has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the Tax Reform Bills, despite facing intense pressure and misinformation. During Thursday’s plenary session, Senate President Godswill Akpabio made it clear that the upper chamber remains focused on representing Nigerians’ interests and will not be intimidated by external pressures.
Akpabio dismissed reports suggesting that deliberations on the bills have been suspended or withdrawn, emphasizing that the Senate cannot be bullied. He stated that any reform that serves the interest of Nigerians will proceed and that the bills contain provisions that are in the public’s best interest.
Akpabio dismisses report of withdrawing tax reform bills
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Tax reform bills: Senate warns of misinformation
The Senate leader also cautioned against misinformation from social media or media reports, urging the public to focus on facts. He reiterated that the Senate remains steadfast in its legislative responsibilities and will not take orders from anyone or any office, no matter how highly placed.
According to Akpabio, the Senate has formed a special committee representing Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to address contentious issues surrounding the Tax Reform Bills. This committee will engage with the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to resolve grey areas in the bills. Public hearings and consultations with stakeholders, including governors, religious leaders, and business leaders, are also planned to ensure transparency and address all concerns.
Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu forwarded the bills to the National Assembly in October, they have met serious resistance, especially from the Northern part of the country. However, the Senate remains resolute in its determination to serve the interests of Nigerians.
Tax reform bills: Tinubu order justice ministry
TheTalk.NG earlier reported that President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Ministry of Justice to work with the National Assembly on the concerns raised on the tax reform bill.
Tinubu’s directive was to ensure that all genuine concerns about the bill were addressed before it was passed.
The tax reform bill has become controversial since it was forwarded to the National Assembly in October.
Source: TheTalk.NG
