Nsukka —A cross section of residents of Nsukka, Enugu State, yesterday urged the Federal Government to continue to prioritise security, power and agriculture in 2014.
The residents said such a step would help in fast-tracking the economic development of the nation.

Mr. Harrison Urama, a public servant, said giving priority attention would enable the Federal Government to consolidate on the achievements already made on those sectors.
“If government consolidates on achievements already made in these vital sectors, it will help to fast track the country’s economy as well as provide adequate security to lives and property.

“New industries will spring up with steady power supply and our youths will also be able to set up small scale businesses for themselves.
“With adequate security, more foreign investors will find it attractive to invest in the country,” he said.
Mrs Philomena Ukaegbu, a farmer, said, with more attention on agriculture the country would comfortably feed its citizens and even have enough to export.

“Before the advent of oil, agriculture was a major foreign exchange earner for the country.
“Some of the first generation universities in the country, for instance University of Nigeria Nsukka, were built with proceeds from agriculture produce.
“With adequate investment in agriculture, many jobless youths roaming the street will be engaged, “she said.