Why I made a U-turn on tax reforms bill – Gov. Sule

• Governor Abdullahi Sule reversed his opposition to the tax reforms bill, stating that his earlier concerns have now been resolved through discussions
• Sule emphasized the importance of further discussions on the bill and praised the House of Representatives for their collaborative approach

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has clarified why he reversed his initial opposition to the controversial tax reforms bill. He confirmed that his earlier concerns about the bill have now been resolved.

Speaking during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Governor Sule explained that his disagreement was never with reforming the tax system but rather with the original version of the bill itself.

“We were not against tax reforms,” he noted. “Our aim was to ensure proper discussions before any decision was made on the bill.”

The governor expressed satisfaction with the recent developments, stating that their primary objective had been met. “Our goal has been achieved. That’s why I now speak differently,” he said.

He emphasized the need for the bill to undergo further discussions instead of being passed in its initial form. Governor Sule also praised the efforts of the House of Representatives and its speaker in handling the issue.

“There are now opportunities for further review,” he added. “I commend the House, particularly the speaker, for their approach to this matter.”

According to Sule, the concerns he and other stakeholders raised led to a more thorough examination of the bill. He expressed confidence that the lawmakers’ efforts have improved the bill’s prospects for fair implementation.