Mr Edun also chaired a naira-for-crude policy coordination meeting to review energy market developments and their domestic implications.
The executive chairman of the National Revenue Service, Zach Adedeji, says the 2026 tax reforms position the service to generate N40.7 trillion in taxes and royalties.
Finance minister Wale Edun commended the outgoing permanent secretary, Lydia Jafiya, for her resilience and dedication to work.
The situation began when Mr Tinubu’s government agreed to release N850 billion for constituency projects to lawmakers under mounting pressure.
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Mr Edun added that the Sokoto government would provide counterpart funding for the health initiative.
“AAYG stands firmly behind the economic direction of the Tinubu administration and the competent management of the economy by Chief Wale Edun,” Mr Ladugga stated.
Mr Tinubu, represented by finance minister Wale Edun, gave the advice at Mr Ogbuku’s 50th birthday bash and launch of two books in Abuja on Tuesday.
Mr Edun noted that the government is committed to creating an enabling environment for private sector innovation to flourish
The minister said the president’s focus remained on restoring macroeconomic stability and building a more resilient, inclusive economy.
Finance minister Wale Edun has led Nigeria’s delegation to the 2025 International Monetary Fund Spring Meeting holding in Washington DC
