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He framed the proposal as poorly timed, given Nigeria\u2019s current economic pressures.<\/p>\n<p>Yusuf argued that imposing another layer of taxation on producers, and by extension on consumers, is insensitive to prevailing realities. He said the measure runs counter to efforts aimed at easing the environment for business activity in the country.<\/p>\n<p>CPPE also said the National Assembly\u2019s direction on the issue effectively challenges the President\u2019s position on improving conditions for doing business. The group described the bill as inconsistent with the federal government\u2019s commitment to lowering the overall tax load faced by companies.<\/p>\n<h2>Potential economic knock-on effects<\/h2>\n<p>CPPE warned that additional fiscal burdens on the non-alcoholic drinks industry would translate into higher production expenses. It said this, in turn, could drive up consumer prices, reduce purchasing power, and weaken demand\u2014factors that would likely lead to lower capacity utilisation.<\/p>\n<p>The think tank added that reduced production and weaker demand could threaten employment not only within manufacturing, but across the broader value chain that depends on the industry\u2019s output. CPPE said that, at a time when Nigeria requires stronger industrial momentum, the proposal risks functioning as a tax on production, investment, and job creation.<\/p>\n<h2>Status of the legislation<\/h2>\n<p>Separately, the bill\u2019s progress has already reached the stage where the House of Representatives can weigh in. 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