Tax reform is a critical issue, and there is nothing wrong with pursuing it.

However, such reform must be subject to robust and informed public debate. A public hearing on tax reform is essential, allowing Nigerians from all walks of life to engage meaningfully. This is how we build public trust and ensure inclusivity in policymaking.

Matters of this magnitude require extensive deliberation and careful consideration—they should never be rushed.

Public hearings must be conducted to allow for diverse opinions and inputs.
Such public hearing would also enable the broadest spectrum of public opinion to be reflected in public policy.

When considering tax reforms and similar issues, it is insufficient to focus solely on the benefits to the government, particularly in terms of increasing revenue collection.

We must also take into account the overall impact on the nation and the sustainability of all its regions.

Furthermore, the government must sensitize the people and secure their buy-in for any policy changes.

Trust and legitimacy are the foundation of effective governance, and without them, even the best-intended reforms may fail.

Let us prioritize transparency, deliberation, and public engagement in charting the path forward. This is how we build a truly participatory democracy.

A new Nigeria is POssible!

-PO

I have followed the intense public discourse on the Tax Reform Bills with keen interest.

Nigerians are united in their call for a fiscal system that promotes justice, fairness, and equity. They are loud and clear that the fiscal system we seek to promote must not exacerbate the uneven development of the federating units by enhancing the status of a few states while unduly penalising others.

I call for objectivity and transparency in the conduct of the public hearing being organised by our representatives in the National Assembly. As a concerned stakeholder, I firmly believe that transparency and objectivity are essential for promoting accountability, good governance, and public trust in policy-making. The public hearing process must facilitate open and inclusive participation by all stakeholders, including Civil Society Organizations, traditional institutions, politicians, public officials, and subject matter experts.

In this wise, I call on the NASS to revisit and make public the resolutions of the National Economic Council, a key stakeholder and an important organ of the state with the constitutional power to advise the President concerning the economic affairs of the Federation.

The NASS must be appropriately guided and ensure that in the final analysis, the contents of the Bills align with the interests of the vast majority of Nigerians. -AA

I have followed the intense public discourse on the Tax Reform Bills with keen interest.

Tax reform is a critical issue, and there is nothing wrong with pursuing it.

However, such reform must be subject to robust and informed public debate. A public hearing on tax reform is essential, allowing Nigerians from all walks of life to engage meaningfully. This is how we build public trust and ensure inclusivity in policymaking.

Matters of this magnitude require extensive deliberation and careful consideration—they should never be rushed.

Nigerians are united in their call for a fiscal system that promotes justice, fairness, and equity. They are loud and clear that the fiscal system we seek to promote must not exacerbate the uneven development of the federating units by enhancing the status of a few states while unduly penalising others

I call for objectivity and transparency in the conduct of the public hearing being organised by our representatives in the National Assembly. As a concerned stakeholder, I firmly believe that transparency and objectivity are essential for promoting accountability, good governance, and public trust in policy-making. The public hearing process must facilitate open and inclusive participation by all stakeholders, including Civil Society Organizations, traditional institutions, politicians, public officials, and subject matter experts.

Public hearings must be conducted to allow for diverse opinions and inputs.
Such public hearing would also enable the broadest spectrum of public opinion to be reflected in public policy.

When considering tax reforms and similar issues, it is insufficient to focus solely on the benefits to the government, particularly in terms of increasing revenue collection.

We must also take into account the overall impact on the nation and the sustainability of all its regions.

In this wise, I call on the NASS to revisit and make public the resolutions of the National Economic Council, a key stakeholder and an important organ of the state with the constitutional power to advise the President concerning the economic affairs of the Federation.

Furthermore, the government must sensitize the people and secure their buy-in for any policy changes.

Trust and legitimacy are the foundation of effective governance, and without them, even the best-intended reforms may fail.

Let us prioritize transparency, deliberation, and public engagement in charting the path forward. This is how we build a truly participatory democracy.

The NASS must be appropriately guided and ensure that in the final analysis, the contents of the Bills align with the interests of the vast majority of Nigerians.

Jumeira:
Nigeria will rise from the ashes

Bobloco:


The concerns raised about this bill are justified because Tinubu has shown time and time again that he cannot be trusted.

All his policies have been catastrophic, inflicting severe pain, hunger, and starvation on the citizens.

Why the rush to pass such an important bill like the tax bill, which will have a far-reaching effect on Nigerians?
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helinues:
Toh

President Tinubu always work with consultants, take note of the word always. This bill must have been well thought even before the passing to the house for debate.

Let those who have issue with the bill to point out to what precisely are the issues with and and the possible solution for rectification.

simpleseyi:
Who asked him Mama? Does the 3rd Class Philosophy graduate understand what we are talking about?

emkz:
What Atiku said:


Let's now compare what each said. Atiku is in red, Obi in black:



Notice that Peter Obi had no originality in his submissions and only mouthed what Atiku said.

The question to both of them: have they read the bills?

Eboofa:




you people never make any sense in your debate! That is how you people went and rushed the coastal road without any public input.......imagine building a monstrous 6-lane concrete highway........just hundreds of feet from 100% of our Atlantic coastline potentially destroying the scenic and ecological ambience of our coastlie..........where have you ever heard of such nonsense?

Eboofa:




you people never make any sense in your debate! That is how you people went and rushed the coastal road without any public input.......imagine building a monstrous 6-lane concrete highway........just hundreds of feet from 100% of our Atlantic coastline potentially destroying the scenic and ecological ambience of our coastlie..........where have you ever heard of such nonsense?

Jumeira:
Nigeria will rise from the ashes

However, such reform must be subject to robust and informed public debate. A public hearing on tax reform is essential, allowing Nigerians from all walks of life to engage meaningfully. This is how we build public trust and ensure inclusivity in policymaking.

Factcheck0001:
u igbos shout that u don't want your resources to b used to develop other regions but here u are presented with tax reform n u are blabbing

U claim d north are parasites n this is d best time to use their sense n work for themselves

The era of monkey dey work baboon dey chop should pass

Bobloco:


Face the north and leave the Igbos alone.

The Igbos don't have any issues with the tax bill.
My comment is a personal opinion, not the opinion of the Igbos.
Again, face the north.

emkz:
What Atiku said:


Let's now compare what each said. Atiku is in red, Obi in black:



Notice that Peter Obi had no originality in his submissions and only mouthed what Atiku said.

The question to both of them: have they read the bills?

CSTRR:

Tinubu that sponsored opposition against Jonathan's subsidy removal.

That's the same tinubu that they want everybody to support now.

They must be joking.

CSTRR:

Tinubu that sponsored opposition against Jonathan's subsidy removal.

That's the same tinubu that they want everybody to support now.

They must be joking.