Understanding Chief Uche Nnaji’s Tax Vision: Why "No More Over-Taxation" Means Fairer Relief For Ndi Enugu

ENUGU, NIGERIA — Political commentator Ugochukwu Ezeh has clarified public discussion surrounding recent remarks made by Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji (Nwakaibie) regarding state tax administration.

​Addressing statements made during a recent reception at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu—where Chief Nnaji remarked "no more tax"—Ezeh noted that critics and political commentators misconstrued the statement as a call to abolish taxation entirely.

​Highlighting the economic necessity of taxation, Ezeh explained that statutory levies remain essential for government operations, infrastructure maintenance, security, and social services. However, Chief Nnaji's remarks were aimed specifically at ending over-taxation and aggressive collection practices that disproportionately affect lower-income earners, artisans, small traders, and local businesses.

​Key aspects of Chief Nnaji's proposed tax administration platform include:

​Targeted Tax Relief: Protecting low-income earners, micro-traders, and small business operators from excessive daily levies that increase the cost of living.

​Streamlined Collection Systems: Eliminating redundant or multiple taxation channels to establish clear, predictable obligations for business owners.

​Balanced Revenue Management: Maintaining essential state revenues while preventing fiscal enforcement practices from stifling private enterprise, investment, and local market growth.

​Ezeh concluded that Chief Nnaji’s position advocates for a people-centered tax framework that balances public revenue requirements with economic relief for residents across Enugu State.