- President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills have continued to generate reactions from concerned Nigerians and groups
- This is as 18 senators from the South-South region of the country announced their support for the bill
- The federal lawmakers also backed Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s leadership while giving reason for their support of the bills
All senators from the south-south geopolitical zone in the 10th Senate have endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills, which are currently under consideration by the National Assembly. In a communiqué released in Abuja, the senators expressed their unwavering confidence in Senate President Godswill Akpabio. This endorsement comes amid resistance from certain quarters calling for the withdrawal of the bills by the presidency.
The south-south senators emphasized that their backing stems from a shared commitment to boosting national revenue and driving economic growth. They believe that tax reforms are crucial in enhancing national revenue and fostering economic stability.