Edun thanks Tinubu for chance to serve Nigeria, says proud of record

Former Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the economy Wale Edun has thanked the President for giving him the opportunity to serve Nigeria.

Edun who was removed Tuesday said, “I wish to thank His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for the opportunity
to serve our country from the outset of his administration in May 2023; first as head of the
Presidential Transition Committee, then in my role as Special Adviser on Monetary Policy,
before my appointment as Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of
the Economy.
“It has been an honour to contribute to the implementation of the
administration’s economic agenda at a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s journey.
Mr President assumed office with our country facing difficult economic circumstances.
“Under his leadership, we have worked collectively across government to advance critical
reforms that stabilised the macroeconomic environment, strengthened fiscal
sustainability, and laid the foundation for inclusive and long-term growth. Key results of
these efforts include: growth improving from a rate of 2% to over 4%, and inflation falling
from 35% to 15%.
“These outcomes were driven by a shared commitment to restoring
public trust and enabling faster and inclusive growth; through greater investor
confidence and improved economic coordination.
“I am proud of what we achieved alongside colleagues in the Federal Executive Council,
State Governors, our partners in the public and private sectors, and the many dedicated
professionals whose work continues to support the nation’s economic transformation.
“While much remains to be done, the direction is clear and the foundations are firmly in
place.”

Edun said the work of economic reform is, by its nature, a continuous process; “I remain optimistic
about Nigeria’s trajectory. I wish my successor and the entire government the very best
as they continue the work of improving the lives of Nigerians.”