The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has said governments at all levels must intensify efforts to address challenges of kidnappings, theft and other
social vices, especially given that a secure environment is a precondition for economic growth, job creation and poverty reduction.
Chairman of NESG, Mr Asue Ighodalo, made the call at the inauguration of the joint planning committee for the 27th Nigerian Economic Summit . The theme for the 27th Nigerian economic summit is “Securing our future: The fierce urgency of Now.” Mr Ighodalo stated that with the present state of the Nigerian economy, increasing unemployment, pervasive insecurity and dwindling investments in critical sectors, the time is ripe to question the path for securing a long-term future for Nigeria that guarantees every citizen’s right to economic, social, political, environmental and physical safety.
“This 27th Nigerian Economic Summit will present a platform for stakeholders to highlight Nigeria’s core socio-economic vulnerabilities and the associated risks to come up with solutions that alleviate these vulnerabilities while exploring potential opportunities and priorities that will accelerate economic development”, Mr. Ighodalo stated.
He revealed that the NESG, representing the private sector, is currently collaborating with the federal ministry of finance, budget and national planning towards developing the Long-Term National Economic Development Plan, the Nigeria Agenda 2050.
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