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Finance minister pledges support for private sector, meets Dangote


The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a business-friendly environment that encourages private-sector investment, boosts economic growth, and generates job opportunities for Nigerians.

According to a statement signed on Tuesday by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Mohammed Manga, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, gave the assurance on Tuesday during a meeting with the President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, in Abuja.

The discussion focused on enhancing private sector participation in economic development and strengthening partnerships between the government and businesses.

Edun reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to fostering policies that support enterprise growth, drive innovation, and accelerate economic transformation.

He emphasised that the administration remains focused on implementing reforms that will unlock the potential of the private sector and position Nigeria for sustainable development.

The statement read, “In a move to boost Nigeria’s economic growth and development, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a safe and conducive environment that will foster private sector investments aimed at unlocking new economic potentials and creating job opportunities for the teeming youth in the country.

“The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun gave the assurance today in his office in Abuja when he hosted Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, for crucial discussions on enhancing private sector participation.

“The minister reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment that fosters enterprise growth while emphasizing the government’s dedication to implementing supportive policies and reforms aimed at unlocking the private sector’s potential, driving innovation, and accelerating sustainable economic transformation.”

The Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Dr Zacch Adedeji, the Chairman of MRS Oil & Gas, Sayyu Dantata, and the Special Adviser to the Minister, Maryam Ibrahim, were also present at the meeting.

The statement noted that the engagement signals the government’s determination to strengthen collaboration with key industry leaders and improve the ease of doing business.

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