Ghanaian actor Wayoosi has showered praises on President John Mahama for scrapping the electronic transaction levy (e-Levy), betting tax, and emission tax.

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In a video shared on social media, Wayoosi expressed his joy over the tax removals, commending Mahama for keeping his promise to ease the financial burden on Ghanaians.

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"You have brought me immense joy. The things you promised to remove, like the e-Levy, betting tax, and COVID-19 levy—you have fulfilled them. Papa [Mahama], God bless you! You made sure these were reflected in your 2025 budget. You are truly an honest person who keeps your word. I salute you and doff my hat to you. May God help your administration to live up to expectations," he said.

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His comments came shortly after Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced the removal of these taxes while presenting the 2025 Budget in Parliament on March 11.

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The announcement has been widely welcomed, particularly among young people and small business owners who had long described these levies as a financial burden. Many Ghanaians took to social media to celebrate, calling it a major relief in the face of economic challenges.

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Traders in Kumasi also commended the decision, noting that the high cost of doing business had been worsened by the taxes introduced under the previous administration.

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Dr. Forson, while delivering the budget statement, emphasized that the removal of these taxes was aimed at easing the financial strain on households and businesses. He reiterated the government’s commitment to restoring economic stability and ensuring that citizens had more disposable income.

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Beyond these tax cuts, the budget also outlined plans to abolish VAT on motor vehicle insurance and the COVID-19 levy, another controversial tax introduced under Nana Akufo-Addo’s government.

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