- “It Was an Honour to Serve” – Edun Reacts to Tinubu’s Cabinet Reshuffle
- Edun recalled that he initially served as head of the Presidential Transition Committee and later as Special Adviser on Monetary Policy before his appointment as minister
- Edun wished his successor well and expressed confidence in the continuity of ongoing reforms
Former Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following his removal from office.
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement issued on Tuesday, Edun described his time in government as a privilege, noting that he had served in multiple capacities since the beginning of the administration in May 2023.
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“It has been an honour to contribute to the implementation of the administration’s economic agenda at a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s journey,” he said.
Edun recalled that he initially served as head of the Presidential Transition Committee and later as Special Adviser on Monetary Policy before his appointment as minister.
Reflecting on his tenure, he pointed to key reforms aimed at stabilising the macroeconomic environment, improving fiscal sustainability, and laying the foundation for long-term economic growth.
He added that the efforts were carried out in collaboration with members of the Federal Executive Council, state governors, and private sector stakeholders.
While acknowledging that challenges remain, the former minister said the country is on a clear path toward sustained economic progress.
His exit followed a cabinet reshuffle by President Tinubu, as confirmed in a memo signed by George Akume.
As part of the changes, Taiwo Oyedele has been appointed as the new Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, while Ahmed Musa Dangiwa was also relieved of his duties.
Edun wished his successor well and expressed confidence in the continuity of ongoing reforms, maintaining optimism about Nigeria’s economic trajectory.
