Hamzat Unveils Tax Reforms to End Multiple Taxation in Lagos

Obafemi Hamzat, the Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress governorship candidate for the 2027 election, has announced initiatives aimed at harmonising tax collection in Lagos to eliminate multiple taxation. Speaking at a town hall meeting organised by BusinessDay, Hamzat outlined his plan for a single payment system and a unified tax schedule that would involve collaboration with local governments.

He emphasized the need for clarity in tax obligations, recalling a resident's request for a clear list of taxes to avoid confusion. Hamzat noted that the Federal Government had reduced the number of taxes from 63 to nine and stated that Lagos State would align its tax system with this new framework while respecting the constitutional independence of local governments.

He also promised to establish a complaint centre for reporting multiple taxation issues, with responses guaranteed within 48 hours, as part of his manifesto.