Northern youths defend Barau on tax reforms bills

Northern youths defend Barau on tax reforms bills

The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has condemned the misrepresentation of Deputy Senate President Sen. Barau Jibrin’s stance on the proposed tax reform bills, describing it as unjust.

The tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly include the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, which outlines the country’s fiscal framework for taxation, the Tax Administration Bill for streamlining tax processes, the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill to replace the Federal Inland Revenue Service Act, and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill, which proposes a tax tribunal and ombudsman.

During a press conference in Kaduna, NYCN President Isah Abubakar urged Nigerians to examine the bills thoroughly before forming opinions.

He argued that labeling the reforms as anti-north is a politically motivated narrative pushed by opponents seeking to tarnish Jibrin’s reputation.

Abubakar highlighted that government policies evolve based on prevailing circumstances, urging citizens to engage constructively rather than misinterpreting intentions for political gains.

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He criticised Sen. Mohammed Ndume’s presentation on the floor of the house, which allegedly presented Senator Jibrin in a wrong light.

Northern youths defend Barau on tax reforms bills