Joel Ajayi
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with traditional institutions and other relevant stakeholders to drive economic growth and social cohesion in the country.
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, gave the assurance today during a courtesy visit to the Lamido of Adamawa, His Royal Highness Dr Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Mustapha, Chairman of the Adamawa State Council of Traditional Rulers.
The Minister, who led the Top Management Staff of the Ministry on the courtesy call as part of activities lined up for the 2025 Performance Management Retreat, emphasised the importance of collaborative relationships between the Ministry and traditional institutions.
Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Finance, Mrs Lydia Shehu Jafiya, the Minister highlighted the government’s determination to stabilise the nation’s economy and improve the lives of citizens, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
HM Edun outlined various efforts undertaken by the government to reposition the economy, including investing in infrastructure development; creating an enabling environment to attract domestic and foreign investment; implementing fiscal reforms to improve revenue generation and promote sustainable economic growth; supporting farmers and promoting agricultural productivity; as well as investing in education, healthcare, and skills development.
He expressed optimism that these initiatives would yield positive results and improve the lives of Nigerians.
He also thanked the Adamawa State Government and the good people of the State for agreeing to host the retreat.
The Lamido appreciated the Ministry’s initiative and pledged his support for the government’s economic growth and development efforts in Adamawa State.
This visit marked the conclusion of the 2025 Senior Management Staff Retreat and represents a significant step towards fostering collaborative relationships between the Federal Ministry of Finance and traditional institutions—driving economic growth and promoting social cohesion.
As the Ministry continues to leverage these partnerships, it remains committed to working together towards a brighter future for Nigeria
