Despite the controversy that has trailed the Tax Reform Bill submitted to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu, the House of Representatives on Tuesday said the bill would enjoy a priority attention of the Green Chamber.
The House also pledged to extend such attention to the 2025 Appropriation Bill laid before the National Assembly in December last year.
Speaking during the House resumption from the Christmas and new year recess, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen has said the House would ensure the passage of the two bills.
The Speaker’s speech which was delivered on his behalf by his deputy, Ben Kalu said both bills are pivotal to economic recovery and fiscal stability.
“The legislative agenda of the House for 2025 prioritises the passage of the Appropriation Bill and the Tax Reform Bills, both of which are pivotal to economic recovery and fiscal stability.
“These reforms are essential for broadening the tax base, improving compliance and reducing dependency on external borrowing.
“The House will ensure that these reforms are equitable and considerate of the needs of all Nigerians, particularly the most vulnerable.”