Oshiomhole Defends Nigerian Government's Tax Collection Strategy in TV Interview

Former Governor Oshiomhole defended the Federal Government's tax collection approach in a Channel Television interview, stressing the necessity of ruthlessly collecting taxes in Nigeria. He explained that taxes are crucial for government revenue and should be strictly enforced, with non-compliance potentially leading to imprisonment.

Oshiomhole praised President Tinubu's tax policies, which aim to protect low-income earners while placing higher burdens on the wealthy. He argued that VAT should apply mostly to luxury items rather than essential goods, citing examples from other countries like London, America, and Dubai.

Oshiomhole urged Nigerians to embrace tax payment for national progress.