NLC president criticises new tax law and urges review
Joe Ajaero, president of the Nigeria Labour Congress, has strongly criticised the newly enacted tax law, arguing it places an unfair burden on low-income earners. He claims that workers were deliberately excluded from the tax reform process, despite being major taxpayers. Ajaero described the law as regressive and called on the Federal Government to review it. He also demanded more engagement with labour unions on policies affecting workers.
What we know
- Joe Ajaero said the tax law excludes workers’ input and increases hardship for low-income earners.
- He criticised the Presidential Committee on Tax for deliberately leaving out Nigerian workers from the process.
- Ajaero called the law regressive, stating it imposes heavier taxes on those already struggling with economic hardship.
- He urged the Federal Government to review the law and fully constitute the PENCOM Board.
- There have been increasing calls for the suspension of the new tax reform laws, with concerns about worsening economic hardship.
