Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, thanks President Tinubu after swearing-in

Politics

ABUJA, NIGERIA — (NPA) March 16, 2026 — Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following his swearing-in today.

In a statement on Monday, Oyedele said his appointment is not merely a personal milestone but a call to greater service at a time when Nigeria faces significant fiscal challenges alongside immense opportunities. He pledged to make sound decisions in public finance that will shape the nation’s prosperity, stability, and well-being.

He noted that in his new role, he will focus on strengthening revenue mobilisation, promoting fiscal discipline, and ensuring that public resources translate into tangible improvements in the lives of Nigerians.

Oyedele said: “I look forward to working more closely with the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, colleagues across government, the National Assembly, private sector, and development partners to advance the mission of financing Nigeria for sustainable development. Public service demands integrity, humility, and dedication. I step into this responsibility with a deep sense of duty and commitment to Nigeria and the Nigerian people.”