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MAN, NACCIMA, NESG Raise Concern Over Surge In SSB Tax

Tambaya Julius by Tambaya Julius
November 17, 2023
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In a resounding plea, major Nigerian industry players, including the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), and the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), advocate against the proposed hike in Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Tax, currently led by the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Group (CAPPA).

The call to disregard this move is grounded in the potential detriment it poses to the Food & Beverage Sector, deemed the cornerstone of Nigeria’s economic stability.

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The World Trade Organisation (WTO) data, the Food and Beverage sector stands as a linchpin, contributing a substantial 22.5 percent to the manufacturing industry value.

With an estimated 1.5 million jobs and a 4.6 percent share in the country’s GDP, this sector resonates as a key driver of economic progress.

Director-General of MAN, Mr. Ajayi Kadiri, underscores its broader societal impact, shaping culture and social interactions.

Expressing concern over recent excessive taxation, the industry leaders lament the potential erosion of the sector’s GDP contribution.

The current push to elevate the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax raises alarms, with the sectoral groups advocating for a nuanced tax approach tailored to the unique challenges faced by the Food and Beverage industry.

While CAPPA argues for the tax increase, health experts challenge their claims, asserting that a balanced nutritional approach, inclusive of occasional sugary beverage consumption, aligns with a healthy lifestyle.

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They debunk the notion that sugar alone is the root cause of health issues, emphasizing the role of overall lifestyle choices and physical activity.

Industry watchers speculate on the motives behind CAPPA’s advocacy, questioning whether it aims to stifle the Food and Beverage Industry through excessive taxation rather than addressing health concerns.

The recurring burden of taxes on the industry raises fears of a potential exodus of beverage companies, echoing past instances where multinational firms relocated due to unfavorable operational conditions.

The ripple effect of excessive taxation extends beyond individual businesses, potentially impacting the entire national economy.

A surge in taxes may result in reduced economic activity within the industry, leading to a decline in GDP contribution.

Furthermore, stifled innovation becomes a concern as businesses struggle to invest in research and development, jeopardizing the sector’s long-term sustainability.

In navigating this delicate balance between taxation, health considerations, and economic growth, industry leaders implore the Federal Government to weigh the consequences carefully and ensure policies that foster growth while preserving the vitality of the Food and Beverage Sector.

Tags: Excessive TaxationFood & Beverage SectorSSB Tax
Tambaya Julius

Tambaya Julius

Julius is a journalist, a BSc Holder in Mass Communication.

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