Catholic Bishops Urge Nigerian Govt to Humanize Tax Laws for Fairness

The Catholic bishops in Ibadan, Oyo State, have called on the Nigerian government to ensure a human face is given to the new tax laws to guarantee fairness and transparency. They caution that policies lacking a human touch could exacerbate the hardships faced by millions of Nigerians.

The bishops' plea comes following the implementation of tax reform initiated by President Bola Tinubu, which has sparked controversy and anxiety, especially among the poor and vulnerable. The bishops emphasized the need for the reform to be fair, transparent, and considerate of the most vulnerable in society.