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Tax Reform Bill: CNG Demands Withdrawal, Warns Of Economic Crisis In North

by Isaiah Benjamin
5 months ago
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The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has issued a stern call for the immediate withdrawal of the Federal Government’s proposed Tax Reform Bills, labelling them a threat to the socioeconomic stability of the North and Nigeria at large.

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In a communique released after a town hall meeting, the CNG, collaborating with 134 civil society organisations (CSOs) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), urged Northern lawmakers to stand against the proposals.

Examining the theme of the Town hall meeting, “Tax Reform Bills: A Catalyst for Economic Growth or a Burden on the People?” The meeting warned of the reforms’ potentially catastrophic impact on an already struggling regional economy.

Comrade Muhammed Sanusi Ali, who spoke on behalf of the CSOs and NGOs and signed the communique, emphasised that the reforms would deepen poverty, increase financial pressures on citizens and businesses, and further marginalise the North.

One central issue the Coalition raised was the amendment to the Value Added Tax (VAT) distribution formula. Currently, revenue is allocated based on the location of a company’s headquarters rather than where goods and services are consumed. Participants criticised this system as unfair, disproportionately benefiting certain regions at the expense of others, especially the North.

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The proposed defunding of key institutions, including TETFUND, NITDA, and NASENI, also drew sharp criticism. These agencies are critical to the North’s development and essential for driving advancements in education, technology, and innovation. Participants warned that undermining these institutions would weaken the region’s economic potential and its ability to compete nationally.

The lack of clarity in the tax reform bills’ language was another focal point of concern. Ambiguous terms like “derivation,” “family wealth,” and “ecclesiastic” were flagged as potentially problematic, with participants warning of arbitrary interpretations that could complicate enforcement and policy coherence.

The town hall’s communique outlined several recommendations, including a unanimous demand for the immediate withdrawal of the bills and the initiation of more inclusive consultations with stakeholders to ensure reforms that reflect the realities of all Nigerians.

 

 


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