Top Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers – Friday, November 1, 2024
Today’s headlines from Nigeria’s national newspapers highlight major political and economic issues, with significant focus on the National Tax Reforms Bill and concerns raised by state governors over economic challenges facing the country.
The PUNCH: The 36 state governors have made a collective demand for the immediate withdrawal of the National Tax Reforms Bill, expressing concerns about the need for broader consultations. The governors presented this position during a National Economic Council meeting on Thursday, asking President Bola Tinubu to retract the bill from the National Assembly. The bill, led by the Taiwo Oyedele Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms committee, is part of a comprehensive fiscal policy overhaul.
Vanguard: The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has acknowledged the growing hunger crisis across the nation. Following a lengthy meeting held in Abuja from Wednesday evening into early Thursday, the governors recognized the severe impact of food insecurity and economic hardship on Nigerians. They also voiced their support for President Tinubu’s ongoing reform efforts to address these challenges.
Daily Trust: President Bola Tinubu may soon withdraw the Tax Reform Bills introduced to the National Assembly in early September due to public pushback and concerns raised by stakeholders. Sources indicate that last-minute adjustments are being considered to address the controversy surrounding the four bills.
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