NAN-H-23
Recession
Ikole (Ekiti) Nov 13, 2016 (NAN) Rev Emmanuel Ajayi of Thy Holiness Bible Church, Ikole, Ekiti State, on Sunday urged the Federal government to step up efforts to end economic recession in the country.
Ajayi made the call in interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ikole-Ekiti.
He appreciated efforts made by the present administration in reviving the economy but charged government to review its economic policies.
According to him, patriotic Nigerians recognized government’s efforts to fix the nation’s economy but needs to review some of its policies and improve on key areas that can enhance economic growth.
“Any policy that discourages growth of local industries or drive away foreign investors should be dropped so as to create atmosphere conducive for business minded investors”, he advised.
The cleric said the recent news report about relocation of some industries to Kenya and other African countries was not good for the country, saying such moves would have negative impact on the nation’s economy.
He urged industrialists to join hands with government in its efforts to improve the economy, noting that their contributions to the growth of the economy were vital.
“They should support government in providing solutions to the economic challenges, not joining foreign investors that are relocating to other countries.
“Rebuilding efforts should be a collective one; all hands must be up to raise Nigeria from falling because we do not have another country.
“Let the masses in their little ways pray for the leaders, obey the laws and expose economic saboteurs and other suspected criminals in our society.” (NAN)
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Edited by Saidu Adamu/Idahosa Asowata