‘Very Fatalistic Statement’ – Presidential Aide Faults IMF Over Nigeria Report
Presidency Slams IMF For ‘Fatalistic’ Take on Nigeria’s Economy The Federal Government , through Special Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs, Tope Fasua , has strongly criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over its recent report titled: “How Nigeria Can Unleash Its Economic Potential.” Fasua described the report as overly negative and disconnected from the real progress being made by the government. He called the tone of the IMF statement “very fatalistic,” adding that it risks undermining public confidence in Nigeria’s economic recovery. “Let Us Implement Our Policies First” – Fasua Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief , Fasua said the government has only just implemented major reforms like tax relief for low-income earners and doubling tax thresholds for small businesses . “We haven’t even allowed these policies to settle, yet we’re hearing all sorts of fatalistic statements […]