Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has dismissed allegations that the Northern region is parasitic or dependent on other parts of the country.
Speaking on Monday, the senator described the North as a key contributor to Nigeria’s economy and a vital force for national unity and development.
“The North has never been, and will never be, a parasite or dependent on any region. We are an asset to Nigeria, not a liability,” Ndume stated.
Addressing concerns about recent tax reforms, Ndume refuted claims that the policies disproportionately target Northern interests.
Instead, he explained that the reforms impact low- and middle-income Nigerians across all regions.
“Those who believe the current tax reforms target only Northern interests are misguided. These laws impact all low- and middle-income Nigerians alike,” he said.
The senator urged Nigerians to adopt a balanced perspective on the reforms and emphasized the need for unity in tackling the country’s economic challenges.
He called for cooperation among citizens, regardless of regional or ethnic affiliations, to address the shared difficulties faced by the nation.
Chinedum Anayo