Renowned Ghanaian media personality, Bridget Otoo, has expressed her thoughts on the recent promise made by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia to abolish the controversial E-Levy and betting tax if elected as president.
In a statement on her social media platforms, Otoo shared her perspective on the matter, highlighting the significance of these taxes in the current economic landscape of the country.
She emphasized the impact of the E-Levy and betting tax on the ordinary citizens, noting that their removal could potentially alleviate the financial burden on Ghanaians.
Otoo also pointed out the need for a comprehensive plan to address the potential revenue gap that would arise from the elimination of these taxes. She urged for transparency and accountability in the planning and execution of such economic policies to ensure sustained fiscal stability.
The media personality’s reaction comes in the wake of growing public discourse surrounding the E-Levy and betting tax, as well as the implications of Bawumia’s pledge on these fiscal measures.
As the political landscape in Ghana continues to evolve, the views and opinions of influential figures like Bridget Otoo serve to enrich the national conversation on matters of economic policy and governance.