Tinubu’s Tax Reform bills not withdrawn, Senate can’t be intimidated – Akpabio

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio on Thursday said the Senate has not withdrawn the Tax Reform Bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu.

Speaking during plenary at the upper chamber, Akpabio said the Senate cannot be bullied or intimidated.

Reacting to the point of order raised by a senate leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, Akpabio said the bills are in the interest of Nigerians.

According to Akpabio: “The Senate cannot be bullied. Any reform that we are convinced serves the interest of Nigerians will proceed. These bills contain provisions that are in the best interest of the public.

“We have not suspended or withdrawn deliberations on the tax reform bills. Any attempt to intimidate the Senate is undemocratic.

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“These bills are executive communications, and only the executive arm can withdraw them. We remain steadfast in our legislative responsibilities.

“We don’t take orders from anyone or any office, no matter how highly placed.”