Hardship: Things Are Not Going As Planned –Makinde
Oyo Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde has voiced out how the recent economy is taking a toll on the country.
Makinde, at the opening of Oyo State International Trade Fair known as “EXPOYO 2024” themed “Showcasing the Economic Potentials of Oyo State Through Agriculture, Micro Small and Medium Enterprises on Monday admitted that many Nigerians are currently passing through a tough period.
He, however, pointed out that despite the hard situation, Oyo State is not giving up as it is in challenging moments like this, and opportunities abound.
He stated, “This is a very tough period for us as a country. Economically, things are not going the way we want but this is not the time to give up.
“It is the time to look at opportunities because opportunities are always lurking in the corner when there are challenges.
“For us in Oyo State, we are not giving up. I can see notable industrialists here. It is about time we changed our orientation. People will talk about what we produce in Nigeria and showcase the economic potential of Oyo State.
“We are not interested only in things that we will consume locally in Oyo State. Import substitution means you are looking at only your market. Export orientation means we want to produce here and sell to the world and earn the necessary foreign exchange.”
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