Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Wale Edun, Gets World Bank Appointment

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has been appointed as the Chairman of the African Governors’ Forum of the World Bank.

This is the first time that Nigeria has assumed this role in 60 years.

The African Governors’ Forum is a platform for African finance ministers and central bank governors to engage with the World Bank on issues of mutual interest.

According to a statement posted on social media, the appointment serves as an opportunity for Nigeria to advance its interests and implement President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

WORLD BANK APPOINTMENT

Nigeria’s Minister @FinMinNigeria & Coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr. Wale Edun has been appointed to Chair the African Governors’ Forum of the World Bank.

This marks the first time Nigeria has assumed the role of Chairman in 60 years. pic.twitter.com/mxGCbp5Ad5

— Ministry of Finance (@FinMinNigeria) October 14, 2023