Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele has characterized President Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s primary marketer, noting that the president’s presence at the 13th Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, is aimed at securing investment for the nation’s power, mining, and port sectors.
Speaking in a video released by presidential aide Dada Olusegun, Oyedele explained that the two-day event, held on May 14 and 15, allowed the administration to focus on attracting capital to critical infrastructure. The minister highlighted that the delegation held extensive discussions on supporting small businesses and the private sector alongside energy development.
According to Oyedele, the president’s personal credibility is helping to rectify Nigeria’s past failure to effectively communicate its economic narrative to international investors. By showcasing his track record, President Tinubu is providing a more persuasive pitch for the country’s potential.
During the forum, President Tinubu also engaged in bilateral discussions with the leader of Guinea, focusing on collaboration in iron ore production. Oyedele shared that Tinubu commended the Guinean president for his decision to remain within the Economic Community of West African States despite significant political pressure.
Concluding his remarks, the minister asserted that Nigeria’s recent economic reforms have established the country as a regional leader. He emphasized that the discourse among African heads of state has pivoted from theoretical goals toward tangible implementation, noting that Nigeria is now committed to the hard work required to realize the benefits of its ongoing reform agenda.
