The Executive Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, has directed the immediate withdrawal of the radio and television tax on residential houses within the council.

This decision follows widespread concerns and outcry from residents who expressed dissatisfaction with the new levy.

The directive was announced at the AMAC headquarters, according to a statement released by Kingsley Madaki, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs to the Chairman.

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He emphasized his administration’s commitment to listening to the voices of the people and ensuring that policies reflect the needs and welfare of the residents.

Hon. Maikalangu clarified that the initial rollout of the Radio-TV Taxes was intended to generate revenue for the council’s developmental projects, including provision of basic amenities, infrastructures and improvement of community facilities.

However, he acknowledged that the timing and implementation of the tax required broader stakeholder engagement and adequate publicity.

In response to the feedback, the Chairman instructed the council’s Revenue department to suspend all collection of the Radio – TV taxes from residential houses immediately and withdraw any demand notices already served to them.

He also ordered a review of the tax policy to ensure transparency and fairness.

He added that going forward, the AMAC administration will focus the Radio – Television Taxes solely on commercial establishments, such as hotels, restaurants, business premises and other offices, where the levy can be justified as a contribution to the council’s service delivery without burdening individual households.

He also called on residents to remain vigilant and proactive in sharing their views on policies that affect their daily lives.