FG RESTATES COMMITMENT ON CREATING FAVOURABLE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT FOR PRIVATE SECTOR GROWTH

Wale Edun, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Nigeria's Budget and Economic Planning Minister, pose for photograph with Femi Otedola after the meeting at the Federal Ministry of Finance Headquarters 

"At the meeting, both Ministers and their guest, Mr Otedola engaged in a robust discussion on Nigeria’s evolving investment climate, particularly the expanding opportunities in banking and power, including renewable energy."

In its determination to ensure a thriving business sector, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a conducive business environment where innovation, transparency, and capital investment can flourish.

Making this known is the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, when he received in audience, Nigeria's esteemed businessman and philanthropist, Mr Femi Otedola.

Also present at the meeting was the Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, underscoring the coordinated efforts of the economic management team to strengthen private sector engagement.

At the meeting, both Ministers and their guest, Mr Otedola engaged in a robust discussion on Nigeria’s evolving investment climate, particularly the expanding opportunities in banking and power, including renewable energy. 

Mr Otedola commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold economic reform agenda and expressed renewed confidence in the direction of policy under the current administration.

He noted that the improving macroeconomic conditions, enhanced regulatory clarity, and pragmatic fiscal measures are not only restoring investor confidence but also creating more level ground for both established conglomerates and emerging enterprises to thrive.

The business tycoon affirmed the readiness of major Nigerian investors, including himself, to increase their commitments in sectors critical to inclusive growth and national competitiveness.

The gathering reflects the Federal Government’s determination to work hand in hand with the private sector to drive sustainable economic growth and equitable development across the country.

This was contained in a statement issued and signed by Mohammed Manga (FCAI), Director, Information and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Finance, Abuja and made available to Naij News Alert.

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