Oluremi Tinubu commends Finance Minister for stabilizing economy

…prepares to host African First Ladies at AFREXIM Bank AGM

By Kunle Sanni

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has praised the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, and his team for their efforts in stabilizing the nation’s economy. She gave the commendation during a courtesy visit by the minister and officials of the Finance Ministry to her office.

The visit aimed to brief the First Lady on the upcoming 32nd Annual General Meeting of the African Export-Import Bank (AFREXIM Bank), scheduled to take place in Abuja from June 23 to June 27, 2025.

Speaking during the meeting, Senator Tinubu expressed her enthusiasm for hosting the spouses of African heads of government and other international dignitaries attending the event. She highlighted the importance of using the occasion to showcase Nigeria’s rich culture and hospitality.

“This is one of the ways that God has been blessing us in this administration—with the quality of people managing the country’s affairs,” she said. “As the wife of the President, I am expected to be the Chief Hostess and ensure that everything is well taken care of.”

As part of the activities surrounding the event, the First Lady also announced a philanthropic visit to the newly constructed Nanaberry Orphanage in Nasarawa State, where over 200 children are expected to benefit from various charity initiatives.

In his remarks, Minister Wale Edun reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to stabilizing the Nigerian economy, emphasizing the administration’s efforts to make the country’s manufacturing and export sectors more competitive.

“The AFREXIM Bank Annual General Meeting is one of the most significant economic gatherings in Africa,” he noted. “It provides a platform for high-level policy discussions, business networking, and strategies to drive integration through trade and investment.”

Edun highlighted key economic improvements under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, including a reduction in inflation, declining food prices, and stable petroleum costs. While acknowledging that inflation remains a challenge, he assured that the government is implementing policies to ease the cost of living for Nigerians.