Peter Obi has reacted to reports of differences between tax reform bills approved by the House of Representatives and the versions later signed into law by President Bola Tinubu.
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He spoke on the issue on Friday through a public statement shared online.
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The former Labour Party presidential candidate said the situation raises concerns about how laws are handled in Nigeria. He warned that changing approved legislation damages public trust and weakens democracy.
Obi said the issue goes beyond errors, describing it as a shift from budget padding to the alteration of laws after passage. He argued that such actions affect citizens directly, especially taxpayers who depend on fair and clear rules.
He pointed to provisions in the signed laws that lawmakers did not approve, including new powers given to tax authorities. These reportedly include strict appeal conditions, asset sales without court approval, and arrest powers.
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Obi also faulted the silence of the Presidency on the matter, saying Nigerians deserve to know how the changes happened and who was responsible. He said the lack of clarity deepens distrust in government.
He called on the Federal Government to respect due process and the rule of law, warning that no country can move forward when laws are altered and accountability is missing.
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