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Churchill's Scathing Rebuke: Nigeria's Taxation Obsession Won't Buy Prosperity by DaniellaDokubo(f): 10:24am On May 10 |
Nigeria's fixation on taxation as a means of achieving economic prosperity is a futile endeavor. Winston Churchill's astute observation, "For a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle," starkly highlights the limitations of taxation. Nigeria's overreliance on tax revenues has led to a neglect of critical factors such as investment in human capital, infrastructure development, and economic diversification. The country's tax system is characterized by high tax rates, complex regulations, and a lack of transparency, discouraging investment and hindering economic growth. Churchill's quote serves as a stern warning: taxation is not a panacea for economic growth. Nigeria must adopt a comprehensive approach to economic development, focusing on investment, innovation, and diversification, rather than relying solely on taxation. The country's economic prosperity depends on it. There is no room for complacency; Nigeria must heed Churchill's rebuke and reform its economic strategy to achieve sustainable prosperity.
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Re: Churchill's Scathing Rebuke: Nigeria's Taxation Obsession Won't Buy Prosperity by Beautifulday: 10:35am On May 10 |
Tax work well in a society that is well structured. No be how them contribute pension finish some people thief am? |
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