Wale Edun meets Aliko Dangote, says Tinubu’s policies will unlock private sector potential

Wale Edun, minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, has reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to fostering a conducive business environment.

In a statement on Tuesday, Mohammed Manga, director of information and public relations at the ministry, said Edun spoke during a meeting with Aliko Dangote, chairman of the Dangote Group, in Abuja.

According to Manga, Edun emphasised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s resolve to implement policies and reforms that will unlock Nigeria’s private sector potential, stimulate innovation, and accelerate sustainable economic growth.

Manga said with the government’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and the private sector’s eagerness to invest, Nigeria is poised for sustainable economic transformation and growth. 

“Thus, the partnership between the government and the Dangote Group is a significant step towards unlocking the country’s economic potential,” Manga said.

Also, in attendance at the meeting were Zacch Adedeji, chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS); Sayyu Dantata, chairman of MRS Oil & Gas; and Maryam Ibrahim, special adviser to the minister.

On March 10, the federal government reassured local refineries that they will benefit from the naira-for-crude oil swap deal aimed at boosting domestic refining capacity.

Adedeji, chairman of the naira-for-crude policy technical sub-committee, said the naira-based crude oil supply arrangement with local refineries has not been discontinued.