Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, assumes duty, pledges to drive economy to next level

The Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun has  assumed duty, promising to drive Nigeria economy to the next level.

He said this at the welcome ceremony organised by the members of staff of the ministry in Abuja Monday.

Edun said President Bola Tinubu has set goals on macro, physical and monetary policies, and measures for the country to advance.

He said that if the country patiently followed the steps outlined by the President, it would be stabilised in no time.

“ I have seen the digitalisation, let all work together to achieve all the goals,” he said

He commended the ministry staff for the warm reception given to him and also commended the former minister, Zainab Ahmed.

The Permanent Secretary on Special Duties, Udo Ekanem, said  the ministry was ready to work with him and promised to put in  their best.

“ We are lucky to have you looking at your wealth of experience,” he said.