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  • Pres. Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agricultural Initiative -PFSCU, Impacts on Nigeria’s food Production, Food availability

    Pres. Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agricultural Initiative -PFSCU, Impacts on Nigeria’s food Production, Food availability

     

     

    – PFSCU Strengthens Nigeria’s Joint Data-Driven Agricultural Planning as Farmer Insights Reveal Shifting Production Trends

     

     

     

    By Biola Lawal
    Ado-Ekiti: The Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU), an initiative of Pres. Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agricultural Agenda, has impacted heavily on food production and availability in the country.

    PFSCU Executive Secretary (ES), PFSCU Executive Secretary Marion Moon, noted that the initiative has helped Nigeria to strengthen a coordinated, data-driven agricultural planning system.

     

    This was disclosed in a statement by PFSCU Communications Unit
    Communications@pfscu.gov.ng, a copy of which was made available to FLOWERBUDNEWS.

    Marion Moon, who was represented by Rachel Duke-Okeze, disclosed that new insights from the National Agribusiness Policy Mechanism (NAPM) has revealed shifting production patterns and increasing resilience across the nation’s food system.

    The Executive Secretary however, called for innovative responses to climate change and market volatility, positioning NAPM as a data-driven bridge between policy and action across government levels.

    Nigeria is strengthening a coordinated, data-driven agricultural planning system as new insights from the National Agribusiness Policy Mechanism (NAPM) reveal shifting production patterns and increasing resilience across the nation’s food system.

    At the opening of the recent three-day NAPM Stakeholders Planning and Validation Workshop in Ado Ekiti, the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU) convened federal and state leaders to review the impact of the 2025/2026 Dry Season and align priorities for the upcoming season.

    FLOWERBUDNEWS learnt that the workshop marked a critical milestone as the NAPM pilot, launched in May 2025 under the Renewed Hope Agenda, enters its final phase across 13 states, bringing together federal and state MDAs, development partners, and private sector stakeholders within a shared national planning framework.

    Speaking at the workshop, the Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security of Ekiti State, Ebenezer Boluwade, noted that the engagement is focused on accelerating coordinated action to stabilise current challenges and strengthen system resilience.

    Boluwade stated:
    “The workshop is designed as an opportunity to improve and accelerate our efforts, stabilize existing challenges, strengthen Nigeria’s resilience, and respond effectively to food security issues while building a sustainable system’’, he declared.

    Data validated during the session points to a constrained, but improving production landscape. While overall land under cultivation fell 36% below intended levels driven largely by capital constraints and rising input costs, productivity per hectare increased across focus crops, reflecting a shift toward more intensive and efficient farming practices.

    Maize production saw a notable 14.97% increase, driven by improved practices and a significant expansion into southern states.

    In parts of the South-West and South-East, maize accounted for over 70% of dry season cultivation, signalling a clear shift in regional production dynamics.

    This shift underscores the importance of aligning production decisions with real demand and delivery outcomes.

    As noted by the Executive Secretary, NADF:
    “The farmer in Ekiti, Borno, or Benue does not care which agency delivers. They care that food is available, affordable, and produced sustainably.

    The assessment also highlights persistent structural constraints, with between 70–76% of farmers
    identifying access to capital as the primary limitation to production.

    This reinforces the need to
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    connect production insights with financing and input delivery systems to unlock farmer capacity at scale.

    Through the NAPM, the Federal Government is advancing a planning approach that starts with the farmer, capturing real production decisions at the field level and builds upward into a single, coordinated national strategy.

    By integrating production, imports, reserves, and exports into a unified food balance, Nigeria is strengthening its ability to ensure food availability, respond more
    effectively to emerging risks, and build a more resilient food system. (Flowerbudnews)

     

  • Yahaya Bello: Court to rule on EFCC’s plea to represent exhibit to witness

    Yahaya Bello: Court to rule on EFCC’s plea to represent exhibit to witness

     

    The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday adjourned to rule on an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to represent an exhibit to its witness, Abdullahi Jamilu, in the ongoing trial of former Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi.

    Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the case until April 24 after taking arguments on the validity of the application from lawyer to the EFCC, Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, and Bello’s counsel, Joseph Daudu, SAN,

    The development followed an evidence in court that appeared not to have aligned with what Jamilu, the 12th prosecution witness (PW-12), had written in his initial statement to the commission.

    It would be recalled that Jamilu’s statement made to EFCC was admitted in evidence in court and marked as Exhibit 46.

    The ex-governor’s lawyer had objected to the move by Pinheiro to represent Exhibit 46 to Jamilu following the witness’ contradictory response while given his evidence.

    Daudu argued that to contradict its witness, the prosecution must first seek the leave of court to declare the witness hostile.

    The PW-12, who is the owner of Kumfayakum Global Limited, had said that he converted certain funds deposited in his account by one Abba Adaudu to United States dollars and handed it over to the latter at various times, either in his office or at the recipient’s office in Abuja.

    When the EFCC’s lawyer asked if Jamilu could recall delivering the funds at any other location other than the offices of both parties, the witnesd said he could only remember delivering the foreign currency at the offices.

    It was at that point that the prosecution lawyer sought to show the witness his earlier statement (Exhibit 46) to the EFCC, but the defendant’s counsel objected.

    “My Lord, I object. If learned counsel intends to contradict his witness, he must first apply to have him declared a hostile witness.

    “The witness has clearly stated that the transactions took place only at his office and that of Abba Adaudu.

    “Counsel cannot rely on this document to contradict or augment the witness’ oral evidence without following due procedure,” Daudu argued.

    Pinheiro then said that he only wanted to show the witness the document to refresh his memory, noting that the transactions occured in 2022.

    He referred the court to Section 239(1), (2) and (3) of the Evidence Act (formerly Section 218), which permits a witness to refresh his memory, while also citing other authorities that supported his stand.

    The defence counsel, however argued that the cases cited by the prosecution lawyer were not relevant to his objection.

    “My contention is that my learned counsel is attempting to treat his witness as hostile by confronting him with prior statement already tendered as exhibit.

    “This amounts to contradiction without first seeking leave of court to declare the witness hostile, contrary to Section 230 of the Evidence Act.

    “I further rely on Ibe v. State (1997) LPELR-1389 (SC), which addresses the consequences of breaching this provision,” Daudu submitted.

    Justice Nwite, then, adjourned the matter until April 24 for ruling on whether or not the prosecution could alter the witness’ evidence by representing Exhibit 46, and for continuation of trial.

    Earlier, during his examination-in-chief, the PW-12 said he did not make any cash deposit at the Lokoja branch of Access Bank.

    He said the name; Abdullahi Jemilu or Jamilu Abdullahi might have been used as narration in the cash deposits, but maintained that he did not make the deposits.

    On certain transactions of Oct 8, 2021; Oct. 11, 2021 and March 17, 2022, he said one Abba Adaudu was the depositor and the deposits were made at the Lokoja branch.

    According to him, after receiving the funds from Abba Adaudu, he converted them to U.S dollars and handed them over to Abba Adaudu.

    The witness’ attention was drawn to Exhibit 37(1), statement of account of Kumfayakum Global Limited, specifically the transactions of Dec. 15 and Dec. 17, 2021.

    He identified the nature of entries from Keyless Nature Limited as N100 million bank transfer on Dec. 15, 2021 and N400 million on Dec. 17, 2021.

    The witness also told the court that Keyless Nature Limited is owned by Abba Adaudu.

    He was also told to confirm the transactions of Feb. 18, 2022, an inflow from Ejadams Essence Limited into his account, which he did.

  • UPDATE: DSS arraigns El-Rufai for allegedly intercepting Ribadu’s phone conversations

    UPDATE: DSS arraigns El-Rufai for allegedly intercepting Ribadu’s phone conversations

     

    The Department of State Services (DSS) on Thursday arraigned former Gov. Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State for allegedly intercepting the phone conversations of the telephone line of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu.

    El-Rufai, who was arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja on a five-count further amended charge, pleaded not guilty to all the counts.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the charge is marked: FHC/ABJ/99/2026.

    When the case was called, DSS lawyer, Oluwole Aladedoye, SAN, informed the court that the matter was fixed for the defendant to take his plea.

    Aladedoye, however, told the court that a further amended five-count charge was filed on April 13.

    The lawyer prayed the court to substitute it with the earlier three-count charge.

    “We pray that the earlier charge be struck out my lord,” he said.

    Responding, El-Rufai’s counsel, Oluwole Iyamu, SAN, said he had been served with the amended charge and that he was not opposing.

    The judge then struck out the earlier three-count charge.

    After the counts were read to the former governor, he pleaded not guilty and Aladedoye sought a three consecutive trial dates.

    Iyamu, however, objected to an application for a three consecutive days for commencement of the trial.

    He submitted that since the defendant had been in the custody of Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), having access to him within the three days of the trial might be difficult.

    According to him, the three days might not be in our best interest.

    Iyamu also informed the court of their bail application filed on Feb. 17.

    However, the further affidavit in support of the bail application was not in the court file and the judge stood down the matter for Iyamu to do the needful.

    Upon resumed hearing, Iyamu moved the bail application and urged the court to grant their prayers.

    Aladedoye did not oppose the bail request.

    But he prayed the court to set conditions that would ensure that the defendant presents himself for trial.

    Aladedoye proceeded to also move a motion seeking an order to conceal the identities of two of the five witnesses to be called by the prosecution.

    He said the prosecution desires that the identities of the two witnesses should not appear in public or court records and they should be identified with pseudonyms during trial.

    Aladedoye said the application was informed by the belief that should their identities be revealed, the said witnesses, who are officials of the DSS, and members of their families would be exposed to danger and could be attacked by persons sympathetic to the defendant.

    Iyamu objected to the application and argued that it was the constitutional right of a defendant to know his accusers.

    He further submitted that there was no evidence before the court showing that El-Rufai had any cult-like followership or posed a threat.

    The defence lawyer said the defendant had dedicated his life to public service and warned that granting a blanket anonymity order could create serious prejudice against the defendant.

    Iyamu also moved an application in which he is praying for an order directing the prosecution to furnish the defence with proof of evidence to prepare for trial, an application Aladedoye also opposed.

    Aladedoye argued that the materials sought by the defence were documents unrelated to the processes filed by the prosecution.

    El-Rufai’s lawyer also moved another application in which the defendant is praying for the quashing of the charge.

    Aladedoye, however, objected to the request, arguing that the application lacked merit.

    He urged the court to dimiss the application in its entirety.

    Ruling, Justice Abdulmalik issued an order for a accelerated hearing of the case and adjourned the matter until May 18, May 19 and May 20 for ruling on all pending applications and for the prosecution to open its trial.

    The judge also ordered that the defendant, who was brought from the custody of ICPC in relation to a separate case, should be remanded in the custody of the DSS.

    She ordered that the defence lawyers should comply with the operating procedure of the DSS and that the officials of the DSS should cooperate with the defence lawyers to enable them prepare his defence.

    However, after the judge made the order, Iyamu called the attention of the court to the fact that El-Rufai was brought from the ICPC’s custody.

    The lawyer, who told the court that the ex-governor was in the anti-corruption commission’s detention on the order of two Kaduna courts, expressed their frustration.

    Responding, Justice Abdulmalik held that it is the practice that all institutions confer among one another to sort out contentious issues.

    She said since the DSS is the prosecution before her, she could only direct the secret police to afford the defendant necessary facilities to meet with his lawyers.

    “I don’t have to read social media to determine my case.

    “So I want the journalists here to quote me correctly.

    “I use the matters before my court to determine my cases,” the judge said.

    In count one the ex-governor was alleged to have intentionally and unlawfully interfered with the communication of the NSA, Mr Ribadu, which constitutes Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII).

    It said this is contained in Designation and Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure Order, 2024 gazetted as Statutory Instrument No. 21 of 2024, as admitted by El-Rufai on Feb. 13, while appearing as a guest on Arise TV Station’s Prime Time Programme in Abuja.

    The offence is contrary to Paragraph 7 (b) & (c) of the Designation and Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure Order, 2024 and punishable under Section 5 (1) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc) Amendment Act, 2024.

  • DSS arraigns ex-Gov. El-Rufai on 5-count amended charge

     

    The Department of State Services (DSS) on Thursday arraigned former Gov. Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State on a five-count amended charge bordering on alleged breach of national security.

    El-Rufai, who was arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal Highway Court in Abuja, pleaded not guilty to all the counts.

    When the case was called, DSS lawyer, Oluwole Aladedoye, SAN, informed the court that the matter was fixed for the defendant to take his plea.

    Aladedoye, however, told the court that a further amended five-count charge was filed on April 13.

    The lawyer prayed the court to substitute it with the earlier three-count charge.

    “We pray that the earlier charge be struck out my lord,” he said.

    Responding, El-Rufai’s counsel, Oluwole Iyamu, SAN, said he had been served with the amended charge and that he was not opposing.

    The judge then struck out the earlier three-count charge.

    After the counts were read to the former governor, he pleaded not guilty and Aladedoye sought a three consecutive trial dates.

    Iyamu, however, objected to an application for a three consecutive days for commencement of the trial.

    He submitted that since the defendant had been in the custody of Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), having access to him within the three days of the trial might be difficult.

    According to him, the three days might not be in our best interest.

    Iyamu also informed the court of their bail application filed on Feb. 17.

    However, the further affidavit in support of the bail application was not in the court file and the judge stood down the matter for Iyamu to do the needful.

    Details later

  • Ekiti’s Creative Push Wins National Applause as NFVCB Backs Film Village Project

    L-R: Prof Rasaki Ojo Bakare, Honourable Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Creative Economy of Ekiti State and the Executive Director/CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board, Dr Shaibu Husseini pose after the courtesy visit.

    The Executive Director/CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Dr. Shaibu Husseini, has hailed Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his bold investments in the state’s arts, culture, and creative economy, pledging the Board’s technical support for Ekiti’s emerging “film village” project.
    The commendation came during a courtesy visit by Ekiti State’s Honourable Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Prof. Rasaki Ojo‑Bakare, to the NFVCB headquarters in Abuja. The two officials held wide‑ranging discussions on the state’s ongoing and planned initiatives to grow the film and creative industries as engines of development.
    Prof. Ojo‑Bakare highlighted the state government’s support for the epic historical film Kiriji: The Ekiti–Parapo War, produced by Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Adedimeji under their AL Notions Company. The movie, shot over four months across several locations in Ekiti, mobilised more than 12,000 people, including cast, crew, and service providers. The governor, he said, backed the project as a strategic move to boost tourism, create jobs, showcase the state’s landscapes, and preserve its cultural heritage.
    He also announced that the governor has approved the conversion of the main filming site into a permanent film village, already being developed as part of his broader Shared Prosperity Agenda. The project, combined with a new state endowment fund for the creative sector, is intended to deepen local talent development, attract further investment, and position Ekiti as a hub for cultural and creative enterprise.
    Dr. Husseini described the film village as a “transformative” initiative capable of positioning Ekiti as a preferred destination for film production and cultural tourism. He also praised the endowment fund, which offers production loans at a single‑digit interest rate of seven percent, repayable within up to 18 months, calling it a game‑changing intervention that will ease access to financing for creatives.
    The NFVCB chief further assured Ekiti of the Board’s readiness to provide technical and regulatory support for the film village and other audiovisual projects in the state. He reiterated NFVCB’s commitment to partnering with state governments to promote responsible storytelling, safeguard Nigeria’s cultural heritage, and unlock the economic potential of the film and creative industries.

  • Breaking: Adelabu resigns as minister of power 

    Breaking: Adelabu resigns as minister of power 

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    By Constance Athekame

    Abuja:  The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, has formally tendered his resignation to focus on his governorship ambition in Oyo State.

    Adelabu also proposed the establishment of a coordinating minister for energy to drive integrated reforms across Nigeria’s power, gas, and related sectors.

    Mr Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser to the Minister of Power on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, said this in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday.

    Tunji said the resignation letter dated April 22, was addressed to President Bola Tinubu and submitted to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume.

    Adelabu said that his resignation will take effect on April 30 to enable him focus on his governorship ambition.

    He said that sustaining and consolidating the gains recorded in the power sector required stronger coordination at the highest level, including the appointment of a central authority to harmonise policy direction and execution.

    The minister expressed deep appreciation to the President Bola Tinubu for the opportunity to serve, describing his tenure as a privilege to contribute to national development.

    Adelabu said that his decision aligned with the provisions of the Amended Electoral Act 2026, which precludes serving political office holders from contesting elections.

    He further said that his gubernatorial aspiration dated back to 2016 during his tenure as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria.

    In his three-page letter, Adelabu outlined key achievements recorded during his tenure, including the implementation of the Electricity Act 2023, which decentralised the electricity market and improved the investment climate.

    He said that peak power generation rose to over 6,000 megawatts, driven by the integration of the Zungeru Hydropower Plant and the rehabilitation of thermal power plants.

    Adelabu also said that transmission capacity was strengthened through grid upgrades under the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI).

    He further cited notable improvements in the distribution segment, including enhanced regulatory oversight, improved revenue collection, and progress in reducing Aggregate Technical, Commercial and Collection (ATC&C) losses.

    On the financial front, Adelabu said that tariff reforms and a four trillion Naira debt restructuring programme increased market revenues from one trillion Naira in 2023 to N2.3 trillion in 2025.

    He said that it restored investor confidence and placed the sector on a path to sustainability.

    Despite these gains, the minister acknowledged persistent challenges, including gas supply constraints, infrastructure vandalism, and the need for full commercialisation of the electricity value chain.

    He, therefore, proposed key measures to sustain progress, which include the implementation of cost-reflective tariffs with targeted subsidies, recapitalisation of distribution companies.

    ”Others are accelerated nationwide metering, sustained transmission investments, and strengthened regulatory enforcement,” he said.

    The minister also recommended the creation of a coordinating minister for Energy to provide strategic oversight and ensure synergy across power, gas, water resources, and environmental sectors.

    According to him, this approach is critical to improving gas supply for thermal generation, optimising hydroelectric resources, and accelerating renewable energy deployment.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Adelabu was appointed as the Minister of Power on Aug.16,2023 by President Bola Tinubu.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

  • Police foil attempted kidnapping on Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode road

    Police foil attempted kidnapping on Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode road

     

    By Suleiman Shehu

    Ibadan:   No fewer than two persons sustained injuries from gunshot in a foiled kidnap attempt on the Ibadan-ijebu-Ode road on Saturday.

    The Police Command in Oyo State confirmed the attempted kidnapping in a statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan on Wednesday

    The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka said that suspected kidnappers attacked vehicles conveying passengers returning from a social event in Ibadan at Onigambari on the Mamu/Ijebu-Ode Road on Saturday at 6:30p.m.

    Olayinka said that some of the passengers fled into the surrounding bush for safety during the incident but later reunited.

    The PPRO said that the swift response of police operatives to the distress call disrupted the operation and prevented the suspected kidnappers from accomplishing their aim.

    “Two persons sustained gunshot injuries and are currently receiving treatment at Amazing Hospital and Ibadan Central Hospital.

    “Additionally, occupants of two other affected vehicles reported at Awa-Ijebu Division and are responding to treatment,” he said.

    Olayinka said that the Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Abimbola Olugbenga had since beefed up security in the affected axis to forestall any further criminal activities.

    The Police spokesman said that eforts are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators.

    He urged members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with the Police by providing useful information that could aid the ongoing investigation.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

  • Group rejects INEC bias claims, says ADC crisis driven by internal power struggles

    Group rejects INEC bias claims, says ADC crisis driven by internal power struggles

     

    By Bassey Asuquo
    The Tinubu Stakeholders Forum (TSF) has condemned what it described as the reckless and unfounded allegations by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Sokoto state governor, Aminu Tambuwal against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

    In a statement by its Chairman Ahmad Sajoh and Secretary Danjuma Sada, the group accused the duo of manipulating public opinion ahead of the 2027 elections.

    It said: “These claims of bias and interference are not only false but they represent a dangerous pattern of political actors seeking to delegitimise institutions whenever outcomes do not favour their ambitions. This tired playbook must not mislead Nigerians.

    “TSF notes that the current situation involving the African Democratic Congress is fundamentally a legal and internal party matter, already before competent courts.

    “INEC’s position, as publicly stated, is rooted in compliance with judicial directives. To suggest that this is part of a grand conspiracy to perpetuate the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu is both dishonest and irresponsible.

    “More importantly, Nigerians must interrogate the credibility of those making these accusations.

    “Atiku Abubakar, who now postures as a defender of democracy, was a central figure in an era widely criticised for electoral irregularities, weak institutional independence, and governance inconsistencies.

    “His record in public office offers little evidence of the democratic ideals he now claims to champion. Rather than strengthen institutions, that period left behind deep questions about transparency and accountability in electoral processes.

    “Similarly, Senator Tambuwal’s attempt to position himself as a voice against poverty and hardship collapses under scrutiny.

    “During his tenure as governor of Sokoto State, the state consistently ranked among those with the highest levels of multidimensional poverty in Nigeria. His sudden outrage over poverty, hunger, and insecurity rings hollow when measured against his own stewardship record.

    “We therefore find it ironic that individuals with such governance deficits now seek to lecture Nigerians on leadership and democracy.”

    On the crisis within the ADC, TSF aligned with public concern that the party is being systematically taken over by political opportunists.

    “Available evidence shows that long-standing party members and grassroots builders who invested years of effort to nurture the party are being sidelined and alienated by a wave of elite politicians seeking to repurpose the platform for personal ambition.

    “This, for us, is nothing short of a political hijack.

    “The ADC, like every political party, was built through the sweat, sacrifice, and commitment of dedicated members across the country. It is unjust and undemocratic for wealthy political actors, after failing in their previous platforms, to move in and appropriate the structure while pushing aside those who laboured to build it.

    “TSF stands firmly with these hardworking party faithful and condemns the emerging culture of “political carpetbagging,” where parties are treated as disposable vehicles rather than institutions of democratic participation.

    “We urge Nigerians to see through the noise. The current outbursts by Atiku and Tambuwal are not about protecting democracy. They are about rescuing their drowning personal political relevance,” it added.

    TSF calls on all political actors to respect the rule of law, allow the courts to resolve the ADC leadership dispute, and desist from inflammatory rhetoric capable of undermining public trust in democratic institutions

     

     

  • Wale Edun, former Finance Minister, and Musa Dangiwa, Housing Minister, resigned; they were not sacked

     

    By Iyiola Olalere

    Former Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, duly tendered his resignation from office, citing health reasons,  before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced his replacement on Tuesday.

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    Wale Edun, former Finance Minister, and Musa Dangiwa, Housing Minister, resigned; they were not sacked

    Former Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, duly tendered his resignation from office, citing health reasons,  before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced his replacement on Tuesday.

    Also, the former Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, similarly resigned and thanked the President for the opportunity given him to serve in the Federal Executive Council.

    Edun, who clocked 70 on Monday and has battled recent ill health, fittingly submitted his resignation letter on his birthday, thanking the President for the opportunity to serve Nigeria.

    “It has been a pleasure and privilege to serve your administration and the Renewed Hope Agenda”, his letter read.

    “Under your leadership, Nigeria has emerged stronger, more resilient and more internationally respected.

    “I wish you and the administration every success in the future”, he wrote.

    On Tuesday, before the Office of the Secretary of the Government of the Federation announced his departure from the Cabinet, Edun paid a valedictory visit to the President at the Villa. He held an hour-long discussion with the president and then left to focus on his private businesses.

    Dangiwa, an architect, previously served as the managing director of the Federal Mortgage Bank between 2015 and 2022, as well as  Secretary to the Katsina State Government, before President Tinubu appointed him as housing minister in August 2023.

    Edun, an economist and investment banker, served as Lagos State commissioner for finance between 1999 and 2004, during the tenure of then Governor Bola Tinubu.

    Before then, he worked from 1980 to 1986 at Chase Merchant Bank (later Continental) in Lagos. He joined the World Bank in September 1986 through the elite Young Professionals program, where he worked on economic and financial packages for several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.

    In 1989, he co-founded Investment Banking & Trust Company Limited (now Stanbic IBTC) and served as executive director. In 1994, he founded Denham Management Limited, which has since become the Chapelhill Denham Group. He served as chairman from 2008 to 2021.

    President Tinubu has expressed deep appreciation to Edun and Dangiwa for their dedicated service and significant contributions to the administration’s economic reform programme and wished them continued success in their future endeavours.

    In the same vein, the President has urged the new Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, to consolidate ongoing reforms and advance the administration’s fiscal and economic objectives with renewed focus, discipline, and innovation.

    President Tinubu will shortly send the ministerial nominee for housing, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, also from Katsina, like Dangiwa, to the Senate for confirmation.

    Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, disclosed this in a statement.

    Also, the former Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, similarly resigned and thanked the President for the opportunity given him to serve in the Federal Executive Council.

    Edun, who clocked 70 on Monday and has battled recent ill health, fittingly submitted his resignation letter on his birthday, thanking the President for the opportunity to serve Nigeria.

    “It has been a pleasure and privilege to serve your administration and the Renewed Hope Agenda”, his letter read.

    “Under your leadership, Nigeria has emerged stronger, more resilient and more internationally respected.

    “I wish you and the administration every success in the future”, he wrote.

    On Tuesday, before the Office of the Secretary of the Government of the Federation announced his departure from the Cabinet, Edun paid a valedictory visit to the President at the Villa. He held an hour-long discussion with the president and then left to focus on his private businesses.

    Dangiwa, an architect, previously served as the managing director of the Federal Mortgage Bank between 2015 and 2022, as well as  Secretary to the Katsina State Government, before President Tinubu appointed him as housing minister in August 2023.

    Edun, an economist and investment banker, served as Lagos State commissioner for finance between 1999 and 2004, during the tenure of then Governor Bola Tinubu.

    Before then, he worked from 1980 to 1986 at Chase Merchant Bank (later Continental) in Lagos. He joined the World Bank in September 1986 through the elite Young Professionals program, where he worked on economic and financial packages for several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.

    In 1989, he co-founded Investment Banking & Trust Company Limited (now Stanbic IBTC) and served as executive director. In 1994, he founded Denham Management Limited, which has since become the Chapelhill Denham Group. He served as chairman from 2008 to 2021.

    President Tinubu has expressed deep appreciation to Edun and Dangiwa for their dedicated service and significant contributions to the administration’s economic reform programme and wished them continued success in their future endeavours.

    In the same vein, the President has urged the new Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, to consolidate ongoing reforms and advance the administration’s fiscal and economic objectives with renewed focus, discipline, and innovation.

    President Tinubu will shortly send the ministerial nominee for housing, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, also from Katsina, like Dangiwa, to the Senate for confirmation.