Table of Contents
- Call to Action
- Presidential Silence
- Discrepancy in the Bill
- Concerns Over Precedent
- Responsibility and Investigation
Activist lawyer Maduabuchi Idam has urged President Bola Tinubu to directly confront the matter of the tax reform bill.
Idam expressed that the president's silence suggests that the executives are engaging in "mafia practices."
Abdulsamad Dasuki, a member of the House of Representatives, claimed that the version of the bill signed by Tinubu differed from the one passed by the National Assembly.
In response, the activist lawyer stated: "There needs to be an explanation regarding how a bill that was properly passed by the National Assembly and sent to the President for approval could, after receiving presidential assent, differ from the version originally approved by the National Assembly."
"Since the allegation made by Hon. Abdulsamad Dasuki occurred on the House floor, I anticipated a direct statement from the President addressing this issue; unfortunately, the presidency has chosen to remain silent."
"Why would the executive, if this is accurate, engage in such questionable practices, especially considering it has a compliant National Assembly that would not oppose it regardless of what was presented?"
"If this is true, such an undesirable action would establish a troubling precedent for President Tinubu’s administration."
"The Attorney-General of the Federation should be called upon to take responsibility and provide Nigerians with a comprehensive explanation regarding this situation."
"Alternatively, the National Assembly should consider repealing the Act while investigations are underway."
What is the main concern regarding the tax reform bill?
The main concern is the discrepancy between the version of the bill passed by the National Assembly and the one that was signed by President Bola Tinubu, raising questions about transparency and accountability in the legislative process.
What does Maduabuchi Idam want from President Tinubu?
Maduabuchi Idam is calling for President Tinubu to directly address the issue of the tax reform bill and provide an explanation for the discrepancies noted by House member Abdulsamad Dasuki.
What actions does Idam suggest regarding the Attorney-General?
Idam suggests that the Attorney-General of the Federation should take responsibility for the situation and offer a full explanation to the Nigerian public about the discrepancies in the tax reform bill.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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