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Lagos State Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has emphasized the importance of careful economic management and proactive policy measures to mitigate the potential impact of the external shocks, occasioned by the Middle East crisis.
The party said that continued efforts toward economic diversification, strengthening domestic production, fiscal discipline, and structural reforms remained vital in building Nigeria’s resilience against global crises beyond her control.
Lagos APC stated this in a signed statement by its spokesperson, Hon. Seye Oladejo, copy of which was made available to newsmen on Wednesday, expressing concerned about the evolving crisis in the Middle East, sadly noting that though external to Nigeria, but still had the potential to negatively affect her economic recovery and may constitute a setback to some of the recent macroeconomic gains recorded by the country.
The party further noted that this became imperative because instability in a region that plays a central role in global energy supply and international trade had created fresh uncertainties in global markets, affecting commodity prices, investment flows, and overall financial stability.
According to APC, for Nigeria, which has only recently begun to record encouraging signs of macroeconomic stabilization, the Middle East crisis represents a significant external shock and a potential setback to some of the gains recorded in recent months, adding that disruptions in global supply chains, volatility in energy markets, and rising costs in international trade may place additional pressure on Nigeria's inflation, exchange rate stability, and fiscal planning.
This was just as it observed that though fluctuations in global crude oil prices may present short-term revenue opportunities for oil-producing nations, including Nigeria, but quickly noted that such gains were often offset by broader economic pressures.
According to it, such economic pressures, include higher import costs, global inflationary trends, and increased uncertainty for investors, adding: "These realities underline the complex nature of the global economic environment and the need for cautious and strategic policy responses."
"The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is concerned about the evolving crisis in the Middle East and the potential implications for Nigeria’s economic stability and recovery.
"The Lagos APC notes that the Middle East conflict, though external to Nigeria, has the potential to negatively affect our economic recovery and may constitute a setback to some of the recent macroeconomic gains.
"We have been closely observing the unfolding developments in the Middle East and the broader implications they hold for global stability and economic recovery across many nations, including Nigeria.
"While the situation continues to evolve, it is important to acknowledge that the ongoing conflict unfortunately poses a negative impact on Nigeria’s economic recovery efforts. The instability in a region that plays a central role in global energy supply and international trade has created fresh uncertainties in global markets, affecting commodity prices, investment flows, and overall financial stability.
"For Nigeria, which has only recently begun to record encouraging signs of macroeconomic stabilization, the crisis represents a significant external shock and a potential setback to some of the gains recorded in recent months. Disruptions in global supply chains, volatility in energy markets, and rising costs in international trade may place additional pressure on inflation, exchange rate stability, and fiscal planning," the party stated.
"Although fluctuations in global crude oil prices may present short-term revenue opportunities for oil-producing nations, such gains are often offset by broader economic pressures including higher import costs, global inflationary trends, and increased uncertainty for investors. These realities underline the complex nature of the global economic environment and the need for cautious and strategic policy responses," it added.
Lagos APC, however, commended the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government for its ongoing efforts to stabilize the nation's economy and implement reforms aimed at restoring investor confidence and improving fiscal sustainability.
Besides, the party said it also took pride in the sound judgment and strategic direction demonstrated by the government’s economic management team in navigating the complex challenges confronting the nation, adding: "Equally commendable is the patriotic resilience and enduring optimism of the Nigerian people, whose perseverance continues to support the country’s ongoing reform and recovery process."
"We commend the Federal Government for its ongoing efforts to stabilize the economy and implement reforms aimed at restoring investor confidence and improving fiscal sustainability. We also take pride in the sound judgment and strategic direction demonstrated by the government’s economic management team in navigating the complex challenges confronting the nation. Equally commendable is the patriotic resilience and enduring optimism of the Nigerian people, whose perseverance continues to support the country’s ongoing reform and recovery process.
"We further call for the understanding and support of the general public, the private sector, and all relevant stakeholders as the Federal Government implements measures to absorb and ameliorate the effects of this unforeseen global development. Collective patience, cooperation, and commitment from all Nigerians will be crucial in ensuring that the nation navigates these challenges effectively while sustaining the momentum of economic recovery.
"At the same time, we urge the international community to intensify diplomatic engagements aimed at de-escalating tensions in the Middle East, as global peace and stability remain indispensable for sustained economic growth and development," the party said.
"The All Progressives Congress, Lagos State Chapter, remains committed to supporting policies and initiatives that protect Nigeria’s economic interests, strengthen national resilience, and ensure that temporary global disruptions do not derail the nation’s long-term path toward sustainable growth and prosperity.
"Nigeria has overcome global shocks in the past, and with prudent leadership, unity of purpose, and sound economic management, we remain confident that the country will continue to navigate these challenges successfully," it concluded.
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