As churches play a pivotal role in shaping societal values and norms, the question of their fiscal contribution to the nation’s development becomes crucial. The immunity granted to religious institutions has been open to questioning due to the present business orientations in churches featuring an unorthodox model of accumulating wealth. A painstaking look at the growing commercial activities and financial investments of churches, suggests that taxing these institutions aligns with the principles of fiscal equity and social responsibility.
December 5, 2025