Expect hard economic decisions - Jonathan

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President Goodluck Jonathan, on Monday at Ota, Ogun State, hinted Nigerians on what to come, stating that his administration would take hard economic decisions in the overall interest of the country.

He, therefore, asked Nigerians to understand and bear with the government, as the decisions would not please some people at the initial stage.

Jonathan said there would not be waivers for companies that are importing products into the country, but "we'll consider those that are manufacturing goods locally."

While stating that Nigeria could no longer continue to be a dumping ground, he maintained that he was putting up a strong economic team in his much-awaited cabinet.

President Jonathan also said that industry-focused incentives and waivers would soon be unfolded in support of local firms.


Tribune