16 November 2017
In keeping with the present administration’s resolve not to place too much burden on residents and indigenes of the state on payment of taxes, His Excellency the Governor, Senator Professor Ben Ayade has ordered the immediate suspension of collection of Carbon Emission Levy in the state.
Consequently, all consultants and agents associated with the collection of this revenue head are hereby directed to withdraw from the field and halt their activities with effect from Thursday, 16th November, 2017.
Members of the public are advised not to comply with any such demands henceforth.
Note that those who fail to comply with His Excellency’s directive will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly. Be properly guided, please.
Christian Ita
Senior Special Assistant on Media & Chief Press Secretary
15 November 2017
