Shehu Sani Tears into Northern Senators over Tinubu's Tax Reform Bills: "They Just Ramble"

• Shehu Sani, a former senator from Kaduna state, has sent a message to northern elites over President Bola Tinubu's tax reform bills
• The former lawmaker said that the president's economic reform was an opportunity for the country to reset, reconfigure and restructure
• Sani stressed that emotional outbursts and uninformed opinions would not lead to meaningful discussions around the tax reform bills

Former Senator Shehu Sani has urged northern senators to approach President Bola Tinubu's proposed tax reform bills with an open mind rather than resorting to insults and abuses.

He said the economic reforms were an opportunity for Nigeria to reset, reconfigure, and reshape its economy, adding that emotional outbursts and uninformed opinions would not contribute to meaningful discussions.

Tinubu's tax reform bills: Sani reacts

Sani's comments were prompted by the heated debates surrounding the tax reform bills. Some senators have publicly expressed their opposition to the bills, with one senator even admitting to not having read the contents of the bill before commenting on it.

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Sani's call to action encourages his colleagues to engage with the bill more constructively and informatively.

The tax reform bills have been a topic of discussion in Nigeria, with some groups expressing their support for the reforms. For instance, the Minister of Information has stated that Nigeria's tax system is long overdue for reform.

Similarly, former Governor Babangida Aliyu, Senator Shehu Sani, Sheikh Gumi, and Rev. Hayab have all expressed their support for the tax reform bills.

Despite the support from some quarters, the tax reform bills have also faced opposition from various groups. Some have argued that the bills will burden citizens, while others have expressed concerns about the potential impact on the economy.

Lawyer supports Sani's view

Meanwhile, a legal practitioner, Titilope Anifowoshe, who spoke with Legit.ng on the development, expressed optimism that the bill would favour the economy rather than harm it. She said:

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"The proposed tax bill in Nigeria has sparked intense debate, with some critics arguing that it will harm the economy. However, I firmly believe that if effectively implemented, this bill will contribute immensely to Nigeria’s development."

See the video of Shehu Sani's remarks below:

Shehu Sani slams Emir of Kano Sanusi II

Legit.ng previously reported that Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was slammed over his comments stating that he had ordered his daughters to return slaps if their husbands dared strike them.

Shehu Sani, a former senator from Kaduna state, said the comment by the Emir of Kano could lead to violence in marital relationships, calling for self-control and peace instead of violent solutions.

Source: Legit.ng