“We have been told about the diversification of the economy all the time.”
Falana, who spoke with newsmen in Lagos at the maiden edition of Builders’ Day, advised the government to also stop unnecessary importation of goods that could be produced locally.
“The price of crude oil is around $30 and it’s likely to go below that. That has already thrown up a challenge but unfortunately, the Federal Government is yet to appreciate the enormity of the crisis Nigeria is facing which is likely to be worse. Our country is going through economic coronavirus and we have to move quickly to do something.
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