National Assembly Orders Re-gazetting of Tax Laws Amid Public Controversy

The National Assembly in Nigeria has ordered the re-gazetting of tax laws following public controversy surrounding their passage and presidential assent. The move aims to ensure the accuracy of the legislative record and address concerns raised by the public.

The leadership of the House of Representatives, including spokesperson Akin Rotimi, emphasized that the re-gazetting is purely administrative to protect the integrity of the legislative process. The Senate President and Speaker of the House, Abba Tajudeen, directed the re-gazetting to clarify any ambiguities in the laws and reaffirm the commitment to democratic norms and the rule of law.