Today, alongside the Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, I was pleased to receive the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, on a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.
Our discussions reaffirmed our shared commitment to strengthening collaboration in advancing Nigeria's development priorities through strategic planning and international partnerships.
Together, we remain committed to building a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria.
#BudgetAndEconomicPlanning #ForeignAffairs #NationalDevelopment #RenewedHope #TeamNigeria
Beginning 1st July 2026, the Nigeria Customs Service will implement the Green Tax Surcharge as part of the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures to support environmental sustainability, while also reducing the import levy on new vehicles from 20% to 10%
ABUJA, FCT
JUNE 21, 2026
PRESS STATEMENT
APC CONGRATULATES GOVERNOR OYEBANJI ON EPIC RE-ELECTION IN EKITI STATE
The All Progressives Congress (APC) mightily congratulates His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, on his re-election as Governor of Ekiti State.
Governor Oyebanji's victory is epic as he becomes the first incumbent governor to win reelection in the state’s contemporary democratic history. This win is a loud demonstration of the confidence of Ekiti people in Governor Oyebanji, his visionary leadership, people-centered policies, and unflinching commitment to the development and progress of the state.
We applaud the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and all oversight stakeholders whose dedication and professionalism contributed to the successful conduct of the election.
The Party commends the people of Ekiti State for their peaceful conduct and enthusiastic participation throughout the electoral process. We remain exceedingly grateful for their steadfast support, and endorsement of our great Party, its policies and progressive ideals.
We are confident that Governor Oyebanji’s second term will deliver more development and improved living conditions for the people as he expands the achievement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's transformative Renewed Hope Agenda in the state.
Signed:
Felix Morka, CON
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)
Nigeria’s external reserves climbed to $51.04 billion on June 18, 2026, marking their highest level in about 17 years as stronger foreign exchange inflows and improved market conditions continued to support the country’s reserve position.
Building bridges for Nigeria’s economic future!
Today, I hosted the Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Mr. Ambroise Fayolle, and the Head of the EU Delegation to Nigeria, Mr. Gautier Mignot, at the Ministry.
The EIB's current €1.2 billion portfolio in Nigeria is a massive vote of confidence in our country's economic reforms and potential.
We had robust discussions on driving development finance that aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria Agenda 2050, and our upcoming National Development Plan (2026-2030). Together with our global partners, we are committed to unlocking sustainable growth and prosperity for all Nigerians.
#EIB #EUinNigeria #NationalDevelopment #Investment #NigeriaEconomy #EconomicTransformation
Behind the scenes at the press briefing following today's 158th National Economic Council (NEC) meeting.
I joined Their Excellencies, the State Governors, to recap the key decisions we reached to move Nigeria forward.
Here are the main highlights from our briefing:
Disaster Preparedness: We reviewed funding to roll out the Anticipatory Action Taskforce (AATF) so we can protect our communities before economic or climate shocks hit.
Project Monitoring: The NEC Monitoring Committee is launching nationwide field visits to ensure government projects are delivered properly and on time.
Boosting Agriculture: We mapped out ways to clear bottlenecks at our borders and boost Nigeria's agro-export value chain to increase foreign earnings.
Regional Growth: We reviewed the new National Regional Development Policy (NRDP) to ensure balanced development across all zones.
Working closely with our state governors ensures that national economic planning turns into real impact for every Nigerian.
#NEC2026 #EconomicPlanning #nigeria
Strategic alignment between Nigeria’s Economic Coordinating Ministries. 🇳🇬
Together with Honourable Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele; Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu; DG Budget Office, Tanimu Yakubu Kurfi; and Permanent Secretary FMBEP, Dr. Deborah Odoh.
Focused on revenue performance, fiscal reforms, budget execution, power sector, and the National Development Plan. One team. Delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda. One target. $1 trillion economy.
#EconomicCoordination #BudgetImplementation #RenewedHopeAgenda
“About 13,000 terrorists have been neutralized in the last year. To bandits, kidnappers and sponsors of terror, surrender now or face the full force of the Nigerian state. This window of surrender will not remain open forever.”
— President Bola Ahmed Tinubu