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Senate Halts Tax Bill for AGF Meeting

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
December 4, 2024
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Senate Halts Tax Bill for AGF Meeting
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The Senate leadership has ordered its Committee on Finance to pause all actions on the controversial proposed tax bill. Due to a high-level meeting with the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), slated for tomorrow, December 5th. This development, announced by Deputy Senate President Senator Barau Jibrin during plenary, suggests that the Senate is scrambling to calm the storm brewing over the bill.

The Deputy Senate President revealed that a special committee has been set up to tackle the contentious issues head-on, with hopes that the meeting with the AGF will provide a breakthrough. Over the past days, debates over the proposed tax reforms have left stakeholders divided, causing heated discussions both inside and outside the chambers.

The Senate also plans to hold a special session at the National Assembly, led by the Minority Leader, to hash out disagreements. This session aims to align the bill with national priorities while addressing stakeholder concerns, because apparently, that’s what it takes to get everyone on the same page.

The special committee, tasked with salvaging the bill, includes some big names in Nigerian politics: Abba Moro as chairman, alongside members like Tahir Monguno, Adamu Aliero, Orji Kalu, Seriake Dickson, Titus Zam, Yahaya Abdullahi, Solomon Adeola, Sani Musa, and Mukhail Abiru. This lineup scream “all hands on deck.”

The tax bill has been a lightning rod for controversy, with Nigerians accusing lawmakers of aligning to special interests and ignoring the broader implications for Nigerians. While proponents argue that the reforms could boost state revenues and simplify tax administration, skeptics warn of potential loopholes and inequities that could exacerbate the country’s economic woes.

As the Senate prepares for tomorrow’s showdown with the AGF, we are watching to see what comes out of this, dear reader what’s your stand on this Tax Bill?

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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