Pat Utomi Slams FG’s Economic Policies, Says Revenue Obsession Stifles Nigeria’s Growth

[NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 2/08/2025
Renowned political economist Pat Utomi has lambasted the federal government’s economic approach, accusing it of prioritizing revenue generation over the productive sectors critical to Nigeria’s growth. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, Utomi described the government’s focus as “misplaced,” arguing that resources are being diverted to non-productive areas, particularly the political class, at the expense of agriculture and manufacturing.Utomi criticized the government’s aggressive revenue drive, particularly at ports, where excessive charges are pushing businesses, (…)
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