Nigerian House of Representatives Faces Controversy Over Altered Tax Laws

The Nigerian House of Representatives is embroiled in a controversy surrounding discrepancies in gazetted tax laws. Hon.

Abdulsamad Dasuki raised concerns about altered tax laws recently passed and signed by President Bola Tinubu. The Speaker, Hon.

Abba Tajudeen, ordered an immediate internal verification and public release of certified acts to clarify and protect legislative sanctity. A seven-man fact-finding committee, led by Hon.

Kingsley Chinda, was set up to investigate the issue. The committee aims to address the discrepancies and protect the independence of the legislature.

The House's leadership is accused of altering the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025, leading to multiple versions circulating. The House's Minor Caucus emphasized the need for transparency and adherence to legislative procedures to prevent undermining the National Assembly's constitutional powers.

Hon. Akin Rotimi clarified the role of the House's ad hoc committee in addressing the altered tax laws, emphasizing the importance of upholding parliamentary democracy.