Economic hardship is causing rising costs and levies, leading traders to seek grants and lower taxes from the government.
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Updated Aug 14
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Economic hardship is causing rising costs and levies, leading traders to seek grants and lower taxes from the government.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Abia State government is accused of allegedly overtaxing residents in Aba and Umuahia.Sub-event
Traders in Umuahia and Aba are facing economic strain due to rising costs and levies, seeking government grants.1 source
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