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Peter Obi Calls for Public Debate and Transparency in Nigeria’s Tax Reform Process
Peter Obi, a prominent Nigerian politician and former presidential candidate, has weighed in on the ongoing discussions around tax reform in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for a thorough and inclusive public debate.
Obi took to his X handle to share his thoughts on the importance of transparency and engagement when it comes to such significant policy changes.
In his post, Obi made it clear that while tax reform is crucial for the nation’s progress, it should not be rushed or pushed through without careful consideration.
He stressed that public hearings are essential for fostering broad-based participation and building public trust.
“A public hearing on tax reform is essential, allowing Nigerians from all walks of life to engage meaningfully.
This is how we build public trust and ensure inclusivity in policymaking,” Obi stated.
Tax reform is undeniably an important issue, particularly when it comes to improving government revenue.
However, Obi pointed out that any policy changes should also consider the well-being of the entire nation and ensure that all regions, both urban and rural, benefit from the reforms.
He warned that focusing only on the government’s financial gain could lead to policies that neglect the needs of ordinary Nigerians.
Obi also mentioned the importance of sensitizing the public about tax reforms and securing their support before implementing changes.
He believes that trust and legitimacy are the bedrock of effective governance, and without them, even well-intended reforms could fail.
“We must take into account the overall impact on the nation and the sustainability of all its regions,” he added.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to late Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, recalling his contributions to the creative industry and his impact on Nigeria’s cultural identity.
In his tribute, Tinubu described Jacobs as a giant of the Nigerian creative industry and said “He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry. His passing is a great loss to Nigeria, the African film industry and the global community of lovers of the performing arts. His remarkable body of work will continue to speak to generations yet unborn.
“The nation recognises the enormous contributions of Nigeria’s creative practitioners to the country’s cultural identity, global image and economic development. Olu Jacobs played a big role in creating this identity.”
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency over the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard drugs and consumer products in Nigeria.
Adeyanju also called for the removal of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, as well as the heads of other regulatory agencies, including the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
“Nigerians are being exposed to dangerous products daily, from fake and substandard medicines to unsafe consumer goods, with reports of drugs being sold wholesale in the open under the hot sun. No responsible government should expose its citizens to such risks and expect mortality rates not to rise.”
Adeyanju also called out NAFDAC over what he described as failures in regulating the circulation of counterfeit and substandard products in the country.
It can be noted that various counterfeit products continue to circulate in Nigerian markets, while NAFDAC has also reported seizures and destruction of counterfeit, expired and substandard products.
Lagosians have lamented heavy traffic caused by ongoing construction work at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The Federal Government announced that repairs on the damaged expansion joints at Kara Bridge would begin on September 8, 2026. The project, initially scheduled to begin in August, was delayed to allow further traffic management planning due to concerns over its impact on motorists.
Since work began, traffic around the Kara area has become heavy, with Lagosians sharing updates on social media about spending two hours or more on the road.
Some commuters say the delays have made their 9-to-5 routines difficult, with several hours spent travelling to and from work.
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