NEW TAX: NLC SEEKS 50 PER CENT SLASH, FOR KWARA STATE WORKERS 24-12-24
By Sadiq Aminu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Kwara State chapter has appealed to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to direct a 50 per cent downward review of the new tax policy of the state government on workers in the state.
In a statement the state NLC Chairman, Comrade Muritala Olayinka, says the state government should extend the tax holiday for workers in the state for another three months.
The statement commends the state government for prioritizing the welfare of workers and pensioners with prompt and regular payment of salaries and allowances.
According to it the state governor has brought his leadership quality to bear with the execution of critical infrastructural projects that enhance standard of living of the citizenry
The NLC chairman reaffirms the resolve of the organized labour to work with the present administration to achieve more milestones.
Olayinka explains that the continued efforts in improving healthcare, education, and social amenities are vital to ensuring the well-being and productivity of the people.