The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening partnerships with traditional institutions and key stakeholders as part of efforts to promote economic development and social stability across the country.
This assurance was given by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a courtesy visit to the Lamido of Adamawa, His Royal Highness Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Mustapha, in Yola. The visit was part of activities marking the conclusion of the 2025 Performance Management Retreat for senior officials of the Federal Ministry of Finance.
Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Lydia Shehu Jafiya, the Minister stressed the importance of collaborative relationships between government institutions and traditional leaders in achieving inclusive development goals under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Mr. Edun outlined the administration’s key economic strategies, including infrastructure investment, support for agricultural productivity, fiscal reforms to boost revenue, and initiatives in education, healthcare, and skills development. He noted that these efforts are designed to create a stable economy and improve the well-being of all Nigerians.
He also expressed appreciation to the Adamawa State Government and the people for hosting the retreat, describing it as a valuable platform for strategic planning and collaboration.
In response, the Lamido of Adamawa commended the Ministry’s outreach and pledged the continued support of the traditional institution in promoting peace, development, and economic progress in the state and beyond.
The visit underscores the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to foster meaningful partnerships with traditional rulers as part of a broader strategy to build a resilient and inclusive national economy.