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THE CHALLENGE TO SECURE A DYING NATION - PART 2


Following our discussion on part 1, it is obvious that our country, Nigeria is not prepared and do not have the capacity or what it takes to deal with a total lockdown. Any further dependence on foreign aid will continue to put our nation on the negative.

We have seen the rise in crime in recent times which is a clear indication of the danger that lies ahead. We must come together, take ownership of our problem and tell ourselves the sincere truth about the nation we all have watched deteriorate to the present state.

This is not the time to put the blame on anyone, but as leaders, let us go back to the drawing board and fix all the mess. Leadership across all levels must understand this and show example.

State governments should be allowed to take their own initiative to support their citizens.

It is no doubt that following the current situation, many may loose their jobs, some may experience salary cut, while others may have issues of unpaid salaries.

This is expected, but we must stay ahead of the situation to ensure that this does not last for too long; and have the economy bounce back to forestall the breaking down of law and order.

I will recommend that there should be a partial lockdown for two weeks which should be lifted afterwards with the underlisted approach in view.

Recommended Approach:

1. Reduce the cost of governance, leveraging the use of technology.

2. Increase revenue by introducing transparency in governance and the use of IT.

3. Give locals the opportunity to showcase what they have and invest massively on the most profitable and efficient.

4. Conduct partial lockdown for 2 weeks and engage aggressively on awareness campaign using all available platforms.

5. Pass a law that will enforce all application of the safety measures in all work places.

6. Invest aggressively in agriculture.

7. Invest on research in medicine.

8. Secure all borders and ensure proper testing before entry.

9. Cut down on capital projects.

10. Privatise the refineries.

11. Deregulate the downstream sector.

12. Allow market forces to determine the cost of goods and services.

13. Invest in Education.

It will be a big disaster if the Nigerian government shuts down the entire economy.

Nigerians must stand up against this. All relevant unions, civil society organisations must stand up against this.

We must not lockdown our economy to fight COVID-19. This is a war against the entire human race. This is not the period to compromise.

Roland Ojeruse
Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN)

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