{"id":18244,"date":"2024-06-30T19:16:18","date_gmt":"2024-06-30T19:16:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=18244"},"modified":"2024-06-30T19:53:25","modified_gmt":"2024-06-30T19:53:25","slug":"taxes-npp-is-dedicated-to-easing-the-economic-burdens-on-the-youth-ahiagbah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=18244","title":{"rendered":"Taxes: NPP is dedicated to easing the economic burdens on the youth \u2013 Ahiagbah"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In response to a young Ghanaian\u2019s frustrations over high taxation and economic hardships, Richard Ahiagbah, the National Communication Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), addressed the pressing issues surrounding the country\u2019s tax policies.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The young citizen highlighted the difficulty of living under current financial pressures, citing an example where a young man paid GHC 450,000 in taxes to import a luxury car, while the dollar remains high.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe can\u2019t even breathe, can\u2019t drive, can\u2019t build. WHY?\u201d the young man questioned, urging the government to ease the tax burden on the youth.<\/p>\n

Ahiagbah acknowledged these concerns and reaffirmed the NPP\u2019s commitment to addressing the tax issue in the short term. He emphasized that over-taxation is counterproductive, as it encourages tax evasion and hinders economic growth.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe do not support over-taxation because it has been proven to encourage tax evasion, among others,\u201d Ahiagbah stated.<\/p>\n

\u201cAdditionally, minimum taxation is a fundamental value of our tradition because it promotes production, leading to increased economic activities and greater tax revenue for the government,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on the NPP\u2019s 2016 proposal, Ahiagbah highlighted the party\u2019s strategic shift from taxation to production as essential for fostering a robust economy. He called on citizens to vote for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, emphasizing his goal to simplify the current complex tax system to a flat rate and eliminate crisis-induced taxes such as the e-levy, betting tax, and emissions tax. Dr. Bawumia also aims to reduce import duties to enhance the competitiveness of the nation\u2019s ports.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is the way forward,\u201d Ahiagbah declared. \u201cBawumia will strive to lead us in that direction, and your vote will help achieve this vision.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ahiagbah assured that the NPP is dedicated to easing the economic burdens on the youth and creating a more favorable environment for growth and development. He reiterated that minimal taxation promotes production and increased economic activity, ultimately benefiting the government and the people.<\/p>\n

As the election approaches, the NPP\u2019s tax reform proposals are expected to be a central issue for many voters seeking relief from high living costs and complex tax regulations. Ahiagbah\u2019s response underscores the party\u2019s commitment to these reforms and its determination to address the concerns of the Ghanaian youth.<\/p>\n

The post Taxes: NPP is dedicated to easing the economic burdens on the youth \u2013 Ahiagbah<\/a> first appeared on 3News<\/a>.<\/p>

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