Nigeria’s Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures has declared that the Tax Reform Bills, if enacted to strengthen fiscal federalism in Nigeria......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
In a communiqué signed by chairman and speaker of Oyo state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, the conference commended President Bola Tinubu’s efforts on the bills currently undergoing legislative scrutiny at the National Assembly.
The speakers in the communiqué at the end of its meeting in Abuja weekend said the bills will empowers states with greater financial autonomy through improved tax collection and administration, enabling them to fund critical infrastructure and public services for sustainable development.
“We acknowledge the citizens’ concerns and believe these will guide lawmakers in passing legislation that serves the nation’s overall interests.
“The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria in remains committed to strengthening democracy, promoting legislative independence, and ensuring good governance across all states of the federation.
“We condemn external interference in the Lagos state House of Assembly’s affairs, as it undermines legislative independence. All stakeholders are urged to respect the assembly’s autonomy and ensure internal matters are resolved without external coercion.”
On the crisis in the Rivers state House of Assembly, the speakers noted that, “The Conference notes the court judgments affirming the legitimacy of the Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly.”