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Senator Saliu Mustapha of Kwara Central Senatorial District is seeking the inclusion of retired permanent secretaries in policymaking and governance processes, citing their expertise and experience as valuable assets.
The proposed tax reform bills are expected to boost state revenue by $976 million, with 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory set to receive additional funding. The increased funding is part of a plan to reduce reliance on federal grants and improve internal governance in state governments.
Nigeria's tax reforms face significant challenges due to the social register requirement, according to Arewa Economic Forum Chairman Ibrahim Dandakata. The chairman attributes this hurdle to the complexities of categorizing citizens for taxation purposes.
Former Special Adviser Victor Briggs credits his wife's commitment to helping the less privileged for inspiring him to transform lives through his foundation amidst economic challenges in the country.
