The Northern leaders under the umbrella of the League of Northern Democrats (LND), have established a committee to review the Tax Reform Bills that was presented to the National Assembly.
The group spokesperson, Dr. Ladan Salihu, has reassured the public that the law of the country must reflect the principles of justice, equity and prosperity.
He said, “The committee, composed of dedicated Northern experts in law, public accounting, legislation, and academia, has taken to itself one week to conclude a comprehensive review of the bills.”
The instruction comprises of promoting national unity and fairness, proposing necessary amendments, and ensuring that each clause of the bills upholds the constitutional, religious, and cultural norms of the people.
The statement read, “At the conclusion of its assignment, the committee will publicly present its findings in an electronic and tabular format, effectively communicating its recommendations to policymakers, legislators, the media and the Nigerian public.
“The LND assures the public of our confidence in the committee’s ability to produce thorough and well-reasoned recommendations. These will aim to maximize benefits for all Nigerians, ensuring that the tax reforms support sustainable development and equitable economic growth across the nation.
“We urge Nigerians to stay tuned for LND’s public presentation, which will provide clear insights into the bills and our proposed policy position.
“The League of Northern Democrats remains steadfast in our mission to advocate for policies that foster justice, prosperity and unity in Northern Nigeria and the country at large.”