Solomon Dalung, former minister of youth and sports development, has said Wale Edun endured President Bola Tinubu’s administration until his personal integrity came under threat. Speaking in an interview with Trust TV, Dalung dismissed the official claim that Edun resigned on health grounds, insisting there was more to the development. The presidency had said Edun…
Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, has clarified that Wale Edun, former minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, resigned from office on health grounds and was not sacked. In a statement on Wednesday, Onanuga explained that Edun submitted his resignation before President Bola Tinubu approved the cabinet…
Dino Melaye, former senator representing Kogi West has asked President Bola Tinubu to explain to Nigerians why Wale Edun was removed from office as minister of finance. In a post on X on Wednesday, the former Kogi senator said governments in “civilised climes” owe citizens clear reasons when top officials are dismissed. “Mr President, when…
President Bola Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle, removing Wale Edun as minister of finance and appointing Taiwo Oyedele as his replacement. In a statement issued by the office of the secretary to the government of the federation, George Akume said Edun has been directed to hand over to Oyedele, who will now serve…
Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, announced significant progress in Nigeria’s cash transfer initiative. He shared the update during a recent briefing. The program targeted poor households to ease economic hardships. Program Overview The Federal Government disbursed N25,000 to each qualifying household. Officials managed the effort through the National…
