Some business and economic analysts in Delta State, south-south Nigeria, have raised concerns over issues of multiple and high taxations in the state.
Those who spoke to reporters in Warri said they feel concerned with the state government’s policy on taxation which has not created enabling environment for businesses and investments to thrive.
Every state in Nigeria depends on internal revenue generation for the smooth running of the government. But it is the issue of high and multiple taxations that some residents and small-scale business owners in Delta State are worried about.
According to them, the government’s policy on taxation was not making the state business and investment-friendly. They are hoping that the government reviewed its revenue generation strategy to boost the state’s economy and Development.