4 h. ago Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate

Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has appealed to Senate to remove sections of the controversial tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law. NSCIA, in a letter submitted to the upper chamber on Tuesday, urged the lawmakers to address some parts regarding marriage and inheritance in the bill. The council also called on the […] The post Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

The Nigerian Senate has said that the proposed Tax Reform Bills will serve as a critical step in achieving President read more Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

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6 h. ago Remove tax bill sections conflicting with Sharia, NSCIA urges Senate

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has urged the Senate to remove sections of the tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law, particularly regarding marriage and inheritance. The NSCIA made the appeal in a memorandum submitted to the Senate Committee on Finance on Tuesday. The council also called on the upper chamber to Read More

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7 h. ago Minister seeks relief, incentives for PWDs in proposed tax reforms

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has called for a more inclusive approach to tax reforms, focusing on better support for persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups. Yilwatda made this call at an Inclusive Tax Reform town hall meeting with leaders of the disability community in Abuja on Tuesday. Read More

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27 h. ago Tinubu to Senate: Tax reform bills not skewed against any section of the country

Tribune Online Tinubu to Senate: Tax reform bills not skewed against any section of the country President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again reassured Nigerians that the proposed tax reform bills before both chambers of the National Assembly are not skewed against any section of the country. The Senator representing Niger East and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, Sani Musa, restated President Tinubu’s assurance on Monday while speaking at […] Tinubu to Senate: Tax reform bills not skewed against any section of the country Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Six contentious clauses lawmakers may amend in tax reform bills

The four tax bills before the National Assembly intended to reform Nigeria’s tax system, which has been described as one read more Six contentious clauses lawmakers may amend in tax reform bills

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28 h. ago Tax reform bill: Allow Sharia, customary laws to deal with section of inheritance, ACF urges NASS

Tribune Online Tax reform bill: Allow Sharia, customary laws to deal with section of inheritance, ACF urges NASS The mouthpiece of the North Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has submitted a report containing comprehensive set of observations and recommendations to the National Assembly, saying Sharia, customary laws should be given jurisdiction on religious matter of inheritance. Tax reform bill: Allow Sharia, customary laws to deal with section of inheritance, ACF urges NASS Tribune Online

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32 h. ago 70% Of Nigerians Don’t Pay Tax Despite High Expectations From Gov’t – Akpabio

The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has disclosed that not more than 30% of Nigerians pay tax to the federal government, despite high expectations for improved infrastructure, education, and security. Akpabio stated this yesterday in Abuja while declaring open the public hearing on foue tax reform bills forwarded to the National Assembly on October 3, […]

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34 h. ago Senate outburst: Focus on your legislative duties, group tells Senator Natasha

Tribune Online Senate outburst: Focus on your legislative duties, group tells Senator Natasha A Civil Society Organisation, Citizens Network for Peace and Development in Nigeria, has expressed dissatisfaction over last week's outburst on the floor of the Senate by Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Senate outburst: Focus on your legislative duties, group tells Senator Natasha Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Tax reform will ease burden on poor, boost business – Oyedele

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has said that the proposed tax reforms bill currently at the National Assembly will provide much-needed relief to low-income earners while creating a more business-friendly environment. Oyedele, who spoke over the weekend at the 2025 Annual General Meeting […] The post Tax reform will ease burden on poor, boost business – Oyedele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Tax reform: N’Assembly engages caucus leaders as hearing begins

After weeks of uncertainty, the Senate will today (Monday) commence a public hearing on the tax reform bills. On Tuesday, the House of Representatives will open its doors for stakeholders’ input on the controversial bills, which sparked intense debate during plenary two weeks ago before their eventual passage for second reading. The Chairman of the Read More

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51 h. ago Nigeria’s current tax system stifles growth, deepens poverty – Oyedele

Taiwo Oyedele, the chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reform Committee, has stated that Nigeria’s current tax system read more Nigeria’s current tax system stifles growth, deepens poverty – Oyedele

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3 d. ago Tax reform bills won’t harm Free Trade Zones, NEPZA assures stakeholders

NEPZA has reassured operators and enterprises within the country’s Free Trade Zones (FTZs) that the proposed 2024 Tax Reform Bills. read more Tax reform bills won’t harm Free Trade Zones, NEPZA assures stakeholders

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5 d. ago Senate Committee To Hold Public Hearing On Tax Reform Bills From February 24

The Senate Committee on Finance has announced that it will commence a two-day public hearing on the tax reform bills starting from February 24. This development, disclosed in Wednesday during plenary, is aimed at reforming the tax administration, collection, and operations of taxes in Nigeria. According to Senator Sani Musa, Chairman of the Senate Committee […] The post Senate Committee To Hold Public Hearing On Tax Reform Bills From February 24 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Tax Reform Bills: Senate Set For Public Hearings, Invites 71 Stakeholders

The Senate, through its Committee on Finance, will hold a tow-day public hearing on Tax Reform Bills on Monday and Tuesday next week. The bills were forwarded to both chambers of the National Assembly on October 3, 2024, by President Bola Tinubu. The tax reform bills include: “The Nigeria Tax Bill (NTB) 2024,The Nigeria Tax […]

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7 d. ago JUST IN: Reps to hold public hearing on tax reform bills February 26

The chas fixed February 26, for the public hearing of the tax reform bills, following their passage for a second reading by both chambers of the National Assembly. The decision to hold a public hearing where input from the public would be collated was announced by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas during plenary on Tuesday. To this Read More

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