Hon. Daniel Asama 


The House of Representative Member, representing Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency at the 10th National Assembly, Daniel Asama, has stated that the tax reform bill initiative by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu is for the benefit of Nigerians.

Asama, revealed the current tax laws Nigeria is operating were outdated as some dating back to 1972 saying, "there is no way Nigeria can progress under such an obsolete framework. Reforming the tax law is essential, but it must serve the collective interest of the people.  

Recalled the proposed tax reform bill which is before the National Assembly came under stiff resistance by many Nigerians.

The Lawmaker who spoke to Daily Champion in Jos during a book launch titled "Tin gods and true leaders: unmasking the illusion of power", author by a broadcast journalist, Andrew Gogwin.

According to Asama, "As members of the National Assembly, we have chosen to withdraw our personal opinions on the tax reforms and put the decision back in the hands of the people. Our role is to represent them. Whatever the people say about the reforms, that is what we will stand by.  
"The National Assembly is on the right track. We are organizing public hearings, where individuals, pressure groups, CSOs, NGOs, and other stakeholders can voice their concerns. This is where gray areas can be discussed, adjustments made, and the reform refined to suit the people's needs.  

"Let me emphasize this: reform is never comfortable. It is always tough. It involves chiseling, smoothing rough edges, and sometimes painful adjustments. But that does not mean it is a bad thing. That is why it is called a reform—to reshape and improve something.  

"I urge Nigerians to stay strong and trust that these reforms are for the good of the nation. However, participation is key. If there are concerns, let’s raise them. Let’s correct what needs to be corrected and pass on a system that truly works for everyone,"  he mentioned.

Reacting on three days free medical treatment offered to his constituents of Jos North and Bassa local governments, Asama said, people are struggling. The economy is tough. Life is difficult. To survive, people must be strong and healthy. That is what informed this initiative.  

"The medical outreach focused on providing essential drugs—medications tailored to the common diseases in this geographical area. We studied the endemic health challenges of our people and ensured that the medications we distributed addressed them. These supplies will sustain them for a while, giving them access to much-needed medical care. "