By our reporter 23.4.2026
There would be no policy summersault by the President Bola Tinubu administration following the removing of Wale Edun as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.
Mr. Edun’s replacement Taiwo Oyedele made the assurance on Thursday, telling investors that that policy consistency would remain central to Nigeria’s economic management.
Mr Oyedele who was speaking during the Nigerian Economic Summit Group Private Sector Outlook 2026 launch in Lagos said: “We are not looking back. Businesses need to know that today’s decisions will still hold tomorrow.”
The minister urged the private sector to take a long-term view by investing in productive sectors, strengthening governance standards and supporting inclusive growth.
He acknowledged existing risks, including inflationary pressures, global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, but expressed optimism that stronger collaboration between government and businesses would drive resilience.
“If we build trust between the public and private sectors, Nigeria can move beyond stabilisation to sustained and inclusive growth,” he said.
Mr Oyedele further noted that government efforts would focus on improving the ease of doing business, strengthening financial markets and enhancing regulatory frameworks.
He said that collaboration with development partners and regional platforms, such as the African Continental Free Trade Area, would also support Nigeria’s growth ambitions.
Mr Oyedele emphasised that implementation, rather than policy formulation, would determine the success of the reform agenda.
“Policy alone is not enough. Execution, competence and accountability will define outcomes,” he said.