The Senate last Thursday passed the tax reform bills for second reading amid tension despite a one hour close-door session to calm frayed nerves so that the federal lawmakers csn have a smooth debate on the general principles of the fiscal legislations.

The suspension follows extensive deliberations by lawmakers to resolve disagreements over key provisions of the proposed legislation

The Senate has finally halted the discussion on President Bola Tinubu's tax reform bills. The Red chamber gave reason for the development after plenary.

“You and food. Apparently, there is no food inflation on your side. With the serious food inflation in the country and the cancer of hunger messing up many families under Tinubu, you still get a chance to swallow dollops and draw soup.”

He said this was the very essence and meaning of democracy, adding that all commentators and groups should keep up the spirit of

Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah said the controversial tax reform bills the tax must lead to the development of the "thoroughly dysfunctional country" (Nigeria) again.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposed Tax Reform Bill has ignited a nationwide debate, drawing sharp criticism from prominent political figures, regional leaders, and advocacy groups. Touted as a solution to Nigeria’s economic challenges,