Lawmakers probe alleged tax law discrepancies
The House of Representatives is investigating claims of inconsistencies in Nigeria’s gazetted tax laws. Muktar Betara leads the committee, which aims to complete its work promptly and report findings to the House. The probe follows concerns raised by Abdussamad Dasuki about differences between laws passed by the National Assembly and those officially published. Ali Ndume has called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend the disputed Tax Reform Acts amid ongoing controversy.
What we know
- Muktar Betara chairs a seven-member House committee probing alleged discrepancies in gazetted tax laws.
- Abdussamad Dasuki alerted lawmakers to inconsistencies between passed tax laws and gazetted versions.
- The committee has pledged to submit its report to the House as soon as its investigation is concluded.
- Ali Ndume urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend implementation of the disputed Tax Reform Acts and set up a verification team.
- The Nigerian Bar Association and other groups have called for a halt to the laws’ implementation and a thorough investigation.
