Oyedele urges sub-national tax transformation for economic growth

Taiwo Oyedele, chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, has emphasized the importance of reforming tax administration at the sub-national level to drive Nigeria's economic growth.

Taiwo Oyedele, the Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, recently highlighted the critical role of transforming tax administration at the sub-national level in fostering economic growth in Nigeria. In a statement covered by Daily Trust, Oyedele stressed that such reforms are essential for improving fiscal efficiency and supporting broader economic development.

The committee, tasked with overseeing fiscal policy and tax reforms, aims to streamline taxation processes across federal and sub-national entities. Oyedele's remarks underscore the need for coordinated efforts between national and regional authorities to enhance revenue collection and reduce administrative burdens on taxpayers.

This call for transformation comes amid ongoing discussions on Nigeria's fiscal landscape, where effective tax systems are seen as vital for sustainable growth. No specific timelines or implementation details were provided in the statement.

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