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    Reverse your decision and provide relief to Ghanaians – Mahama tells govt over VAT on electricity

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    Reverse your decision and provide relief to Ghanaians - Mahama tells govt over VAT on electricity
    Reverse your decision and provide relief to Ghanaians - Mahama tells govt over VAT on electricity
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    John Dramani Mahama, the former president, has endorsed organized labor’s demand that the government remove the Value Added Tax (VAT) that is levied on electricity.

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Mahama, expressed concern that the imposition of a value-added tax (VAT) on electricity consumption would exacerbate the financial hardships already experienced by Ghanaians.

    Mahama emphasized in a Facebook statement that the action would raise tariffs by almost 21% and have an impact on the cost of goods, services, and transportation. He pleaded with the government to change its mind and help the people of Ghana.

    In addition, Mahama attacked the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration, claiming that as long as they are in power, Ghanaians will continue to endure hardship.

    He called on the departing government to use caution and emphasized the need for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to release the $600 million responsibly.

    Mahama has pledged that the NDC is prepared and eager to tackle Ghana’s economic problems and offer significant relief to the people of Ghana if he is voted into power. He also spoke about his goal of using his 24-hour economy policy and other initiatives to generate high-paying jobs.

    On Wednesday, John Mahama is expected to start a three-day #BuildingGhanaTour of the Ashanti Region in order to engage with locals and hear their concerns.

    The government’s intentions to impose a Value-Added Tax (VAT) on residential electricity consumption that surpasses lifeline units have the Trades Union Congress (TUC) clenching its teeth.

    Dr. Yaw Baah, the TUC General Secretary, demanded at a press conference on Tuesday that the Finance Ministry revoke the directive.

    He was adamant about opposing the tax and did not hold back when expressing the public’s worries and determination to do so.

    “It’s always the poor people in this country, including pensioners, who bear the brunt. And we should not allow that to continue. Organised Labour, we have come together and our message to the government is very simple, we cannot pay VAT on electricity.

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