President Bola Tinubu has expressed his appreciation for the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) following their unanimous endorsement of the four Tax Reform Bills currently under consideration by the National Assembly.
In a press release signed by his Mr. Bayo Onanuga, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, the President lauded the governors for their bold leadership and commitment to fostering unity among leaders nationwide, transcending regional, ethnic, and political barriers to advance Nigeria’s development.
According to the President, the productive consultation between the NGF and the Presidential Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy was a commendable example of cooperation between the Federal and State governments.
He extended special commendations to the Chairman of the Forum, Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, for successfully galvanising support among his peers for these transformative tax bills to rejuvenate the national economy and enhance Nigeria’s investment climate.
He also commended the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), the Northern Governors Forum, and all other groups that made the bipartisan resolution of the controversy stirred by the tax bills possible.
President Tinubu noted that the primary aim of the Tax Reform Bills, which is pro-poor, is to promote national interests, improve the competitiveness of Nigeria’s economy, and attract both local and foreign investments.
He said updating the country’s outdated tax laws is essential to this endeavour.
The President stated that the dialogue between the NGF and the Presidential Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy Reform is a proof of the power of constructive conversation in resolving differences.
President Tinubu described the governors as vital contributors to nation-building and affirmed his commitment to partnering with them to promote economic growth, national harmony, peace, and stability.
He also encouraged other stakeholders with ideas and suggestions for refining the Tax Bills to engage with the ongoing legislative process at the National Assembly.
The President also urged the National Assembly to expedite the legislative process for these crucial bills so that the country can swiftly reap the benefits of the reforms.
