The lawmaker said many of those opposing the tax bills have yet to read the contents to make an informed decision.
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The legislator, a member of the New Nigeria People’s Party , said the bills contain several buffers that will benefit the north. “It’s important for us to understand that these measures are specifically aimed at protecting our region while we engage in this necessary reform,” he said.Two months ago, President Tinubu sent four tax bills to the National Assembly for approval. They are the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, the Tax Administration Bill, the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill, and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill.Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians.
He noted that many of those opposing the tax bills have yet to read the contents to make an informed decision. “It’s easy to assume, but if you look at the bills, you’ll see that they’re not about imposing new taxes on the common man. Instead, they address systemic issues and propose reforms that benefit the broader society,” Mr Jibrin said.
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