The Vice-Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration of delaying the collection of taxes as mandated by newly enacted laws due to fears of the 2027 general election.
Kwankwaso made these remarks during the launch of the NDC campaign council in Jigawa State’s capital, Dutse. He stated that the Federal Government’s reluctance to implement the tax reform laws stems from concerns about the political repercussions that could arise ahead of the elections.
He noted, “The bill has been passed into law, but the Federal Government is now afraid of losing the election. That is why it has delayed the collection.” Kwankwaso further cautioned that Nigerians could encounter increased tax collection efforts if the ruling party is granted another electoral mandate in 2027.
“As soon as they get a second chance, God forbid, Nigerians will suffer from different kinds of tax collection,” he warned, indicating that the government might undertake intrusive measures to ensure tax compliance.
Furthermore, he highlighted the participation of a representative from Kano who chaired the session for the approval of the tax bill, criticizing the Senate President for his absence during this important legislative process. Kwankwaso pledged that the NDC would prioritize the removal of what he termed “unnecessary taxes” if elected. He urged voters not to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) again, contending that doing so would jeopardize Nigeria’s future.
