The COVID-19 levy, introduced as a temporary measure to cushion the economy during the pandemic, and the E-Levy, which was implemented to enhance revenue collection through electronic transactions, have both contributed significantly to the government's revenue stream. The consultant warns that eliminating these levies could create a massive shortfall in government finances, potentially affecting critical sectors such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. The GH¢7.7 billion figure, he said, comprises potential losses from both levies, adding that the E-Levy, which targets electronic transactions like mobile money transfers, has been particularly controversial but has also been a significant source of income for the government. According to him, the COVID-19 levy, on the other hand, was intended as a short-term measure but has remained in place due to ongoing fiscal challenges. Speaking to Joy Business, Francis Timore Boi warned that this could contradict the IMF programme aimed at improving revenue and redirecting government expenditure to critical areas to help alleviate poverty. "If any policy you seek to introduce may bring down revenue, the IMF may not be happy.