The Kano State House of Assembly has voted to reject the tax reform bills currently being reviewed by the National Assembly.
The decision was made during a plenary session on Monday, led by Speaker Rt. Hon. Ismail Jibrin Falgore.
Lawan Husseini, the Majority Leader and representative of Dala Constituency, introduced a motion calling for northern lawmakers and the conference of speakers to prevent the passage of the bills.
He argued that the proposed reforms would not be beneficial to the northern region, accusing them of being part of a “deliberate plan to harm the economy” and exacerbate hardship in the north.
Husseini raised concerns about the proposed VAT allocation, suggesting that states like Lagos, home to many major corporations, would receive the largest share, further disadvantaging northern states that are already struggling with economic challenges like low revenue and rising poverty.
Supporting the motion, Salisu Mohammed of Doguwa Constituency urged the Senate to focus on pressing issues such as insecurity and unemployment, rather than rushing the tax reform.
Murtala Kadage from Garko Constituency also emphasized the need for unity among northern lawmakers to prevent the bill’s passage.
Following extensive discussion, the House called on northern members of the Senate, House of Representatives, and the conference of speakers to act decisively to stop the bill.
