Special Adviser to the President on Economic Matters, Dr. Adeyemi Dipeolu has come out to say that the spirit of national sacrifice and patriotism is very important if Nigeria wants to compete with the world.
Having his say at the 2nd Distinguished Personality Lecture organized by Babcock University’s Department of History and International Studies in Ilishsn- Remo, Ogun State, Dr. Dipeolu disclosed that Nigeria will reap lots of rewards from the continental free trade agreement if the leaders can delve into productive activities.
According to him, China became the manufacturing powerhouse it is today by producing and serious-minded nations can follow their example.
He added that for the country to attain her economic goals faster, we all have to embrace agriculture.
His words, “Chinese became the manufacturing power house of the world not by wringing their hands and mourning but by producing.”
”I don’t think we need to feel sad. All we need to do is to buckle up and produce”.
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