Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has expressed strong opposition to President Bola Tinubu's Tax Reform Bills, which are currently under consideration by the National Assembly.
In an interview with BBC News Hausa, Zulum emphasized that the North would not support the proposed legislation due to its potentially detrimental effects on the region and other parts of Nigeria. He warned that the tax reforms could lead to economic decline, hunger, poverty, and insecurity, particularly in the northern region.
Zulum questioned the urgency with which the National Assembly is pushing for the bill's passage, contrasting it with the prolonged delay of the Petroleum Bill. He argued that if the tax reforms were enacted, they would create financial difficulties, making it unsustainable for regions like the North to pay salaries in subsequent years.
The governor also highlighted concerns from Lagos State about the bill's potential economic impact, indicating widespread apprehension across regional lines.
He appealed to President Ahmed Tinubu to consider the North's massive contribution to his electoral victory and urged him to address the region's concerns with compassion.
Zulum stressed that opposing the bill does not equate to opposing the government but rather reflects a commitment to protecting regional interests. He called on lawmakers not to betray their constituents' trust by passing the bill, emphasizing the need for careful consideration to avoid creating problems for future generations.
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