Anambra moves to end multiple taxation, introduces unified payment system for private schools

From Ifeanyi Okonkwo, Awka
The Anambra State Government is set to introduce a unified payment system for private schools to eliminate multiple taxation, promote transparency and protect school proprietors from unauthorised financial demands.
The Commissioner for Education, Dr Ekene Ogugua, disclosed this during a meeting with heads of private school associations at the State Secretariat Complex, Awka.
Ogugua explained that the meeting was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the government and private school operators towards building a progressive and inclusive education system in the state.
He stressed the need for private schools to align with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s...