Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has announced that the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has expressed support for his recent criticisms of the Federal Government’s controversial tax reforms.
Mohammed made the statement following a condolence visit by the coalition after the passing of his stepmother, Hajiya Hauwa Duguri.
The governor had earlier raised concerns over the tax reform bills presented to the Senate by President Bola Tinubu, arguing that they disproportionately favor certain regions of Nigeria at the expense of the northern part of the country.
In a post shared on X, Governor Mohammed confirmed that the CNG endorsed his position, highlighting that the tax policies negatively impact northern Nigerians.
The coalition also condemned the presidential threats directed at Mohammed, calling them unjustified and dismissive of legitimate democratic debate.
The governor expressed his gratitude for the coalition’s support and reaffirmed his commitment to advocating for the welfare of the northern region.
He also emphasized that his administration in Bauchi State would persist in addressing the region’s economic and security challenges.
Mohammed urged President Tinubu to focus on resolving Nigeria’s critical issues rather than engaging in personal attacks.
