Tax Reform Debate: Imirhobo Supports Tinubu, Says North Must Contribute First

Tax Reform Debate: Imirhobo Supports Tinubu, Says North Must Contribute FirstNigerian lawyer Malcolm Imirhobo has expressed his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bill. In a statement on his official X account, Imirhobo emphasized the importance of the bill amidst ongoing discussions and opposition from various groups.

The National Economic Council, which includes governors, recently urged Tinubu to withdraw the bill for further consultation, with Northern governors specifically rejecting it. Despite this, Tinubu’s administration has chosen to move forward, asserting that the bill should be debated in the National Assembly, allowing for public input and potential amendments.

Imirhobo argues that the tax reform is essential to address longstanding inequalities in tax distribution, claiming that the North has unfairly benefited from the South for decades. He stressed that all states should contribute equitably to national revenue, stating, “The North cannot continue to reap where it did not sow.”

He further highlighted that tax reform is crucial if Nigeria aims to return to a regional governance structure and make meaningful progress. “Every state must bring something to the table,” he said.

Recently, Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, noted that the bill aims to establish a fairer tax system. Tinubu submitted the tax reform bills to the National Assembly in October 2024 for consideration.

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