The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Chief Olawale Edun has been appointed as the Chairman of the African Governors’ Forum of the World Bank.
The African Governors’ Forum serves as a crucial platform, facilitating dialogue between African finance ministers, central bank governors, and the World Bank.
The Ministry of Finance announced this historic appointment on Saturday via a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter.
The statement read: “The appointment presents a unique opportunity for Nigeria and the implementation of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Nigeria’s Minister and 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”.
