The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, welcomed Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, the Minister of State for Finance, to the Finance headquarters in Abuja.
Mr Edun hosted her in a gathering attended by senior management, marking a significant step in advancing economic reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
The ministry revealed this event in a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) page on Monday.
Expressing enthusiasm for Uzoka-Anite’s arrival, Mr Edun praised her as a dedicated and hardworking addition to the team.
He highlighted the President’s foresight in appointing a Minister of State, emphasising that Uzoka-Anite’s expertise would be crucial in advancing ongoing economic initiatives.
He warmly welcomed her, encouraging her to approach her responsibilities with confidence and creativity.
Reflecting on recent achievements, Mr Edun cited progress in economic reforms, such as establishing a market-based foreign exchange rate and implementing market-driven petroleum pricing.
In response, Uzoka-Anite expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and collaborate closely with Mr Edun, with whom she has previously worked in various roles.
She thanked President Tinubu for entrusting her with this role and reaffirmed her commitment to advancing his economic vision.
The gathering also included Lydia S. Jafiya, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance; Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS); and other directors and staff, reflecting the ministry’s unified vision for an economy grounded in productivity, investment, and equitable growth.
