Twitter war on Finance Bill as Ndii slams opposition calls

Economist David Ndii during a forum dubbed State Capture. [David Njaaga, Standard]

Kenyans on Twitter joined Azimio leader Raila Odinga and public sector unions to oppose Finance Bill 2023 which proposes to raise taxes. Mr Odinga said the levies will be "a piece of punishment" and "a tsunami" that will sweep all.

But economist David Ndii taunted those opposed to the proposals insisting even wastage in government helps boost the economy. Dr Ndii, who chairs President Ruto's Council of Economic Advisors, slammed opposition to the bill arguing that through the government's profligacy, employment is created.