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Orji Uzor Kalu, the Senator for Abia-North Senatorial District, has urged a rethinking of Nigeria’s economic policies, highlighting regional competitiveness as a critical ingredient for national progress.
While advocating this strategic pivot, Kalu voiced optimism about the ongoing reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu, suggesting that these measures could anchor the economy in stability and yield significant long-term advantages for the country.
During a New Year’s engagement with Daniel Eke, a former Abia State gubernatorial aspirant, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu stressed the importance of revitalising Nigeria’s economic and legal institutions. He characterised these reforms as both timely and imperative, arguing that delays in addressing these foundational issues have hindered the nation’s progress for far too long.
Kalu highlighted that many of Nigeria’s existing laws have grown outdated, unable to accommodate the complexities of today’s economic landscape. While commending President Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills as a commendable and forward-thinking initiative, he emphasised the importance of fostering greater public awareness and engagement to ensure these policies are embraced rather than resisted.
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He said: “Nigeria cannot move forward without adapting to modern economic strategies. The reforms address deep-rooted issues, but Nigerians must be educated about their purpose and long-term advantages.”
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Drawing inspiration from China’s economic transformation, Kalu advocated for a competitive economic structure among Nigeria’s 36 states. He suggested that productivity-driven rivalry would accelerate development and reduce over-reliance on federal allocations.
“We need to move away from the culture of sharing free money in Abuja. Instead, each state must harness its resources, attract investment, and create wealth. This is how China has sustained over 35 years of consistent growth,” Kalu said.
He argued that Nigeria’s untapped potential could be unlocked if states focused on innovation, industrialisation, and infrastructure development rather than depending solely on federal handouts.
