President Bola Tinubu is currently present at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja for the 29th Nigerian Economic Summit.
The conference, with the topic “Pathways to Sustainable Economic Transformation and Inclusion”, begins today, October 23, and lasts until tomorrow, October 24, 2023.
Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and National Planning, and Olaoye Jaiyeola, CEO of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), were also in attendance.
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The Federal Ministry of Budget and National Planning’s Permanent Secretary, Engr. Nebeolisa Anako, and Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mariya Mahmoud Bunkure, among others, are also in attendance at the summit.
Remember that the Joint Planning Committee (JPC) was established by the Federal Government and the NESG in order to kick off the summit.
At a recent press conference, the NESG boss discussed the Summit and said that this time, it will primarily centre on fresh devotion and attention to how to galvanise the economy.
He had said, “The 29th Nigerian Economic Summit is not just an annual event; it represents a call for change, a clarion call for renewed commitment, and a dedicated effort to turn our economy around for the better.
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“We gather here today to justify the need for this year’s Nigerian Economic Summit. It seeks to be a pivotal turning point in our nation’s journey towards economic transformation.
“We must address the challenges head-on, engage in frank discussions, and devise innovative strategies to yield tangible results for all Nigerians.
“NES #28, themed “2023 and Beyond Priorities for Shared Prosperity”, galvanised stakeholders to articulate the country’s development imperatives that satisfy the need for economic security, social justice, conscientious governance, political stability and environmental sustainability with the intentional prospect of drawing lessons and insights from the past and present to influence the economic policy agenda.
“NES #29 will now follow up by demanding a transparent and well-thought-through economic agenda with specified implementation steps in purposeful response to the questions and recommendations thrown up at NES #28.
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“During NES #28, stakeholders highlighted the importance of removing fuel subsidies and reforming Nigeria’s monetary policy. We commend the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for promptly taking decisive actions in response to these calls.
“However, it is crucial that we diligently address the potential impact of these policies on the citizens by implementing palliative initiatives and measures to alleviate any adverse effects.“
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