Taiwo Oyedele, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining ongoing economic reforms and delivering measurable outcomes across key sectors.
This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja by the Ministry of Finance’s Head of Information and Public Relations, Efe Ovuakporie, following the official handover ceremony. Oyedele commended his predecessor, Wale Edun, for his contributions to the country’s reform agenda, noting that his tenure advanced key fiscal and economic policies aimed at stabilising Nigeria’s macroeconomic environment.
He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to build on existing reforms while strengthening the ministry’s role in driving economic transformation.
“I am committed to working closely with the leadership and staff of the ministry to deliver concrete outcomes aligned with the government’s economic priorities,” Oyedele said.
He emphasised the importance of continuity, stating that his administration would focus on deepening reforms, improving fiscal discipline, and ensuring that policies translate into tangible benefits for Nigerians. According to him, the previous administration’s efforts were marked by initiatives to strengthen revenue performance, enhance fiscal coordination, and support broader structural reforms under the government’s economic agenda.
Oyedele added that his assumption of office signals a renewed focus on service delivery, with an emphasis on measurable impact and sustainable growth.
Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mr Raymond Omachi, alongside the Permanent Secretary for Special Duties, Mohammed Danjuma, welcomed the new minister and pledged the full support and cooperation of the ministry’s leadership and staff in advancing his mandate.
