I reported earlier that the finance minister attempted resignation which was rejected by the president. This was actually an information that came from a reliable source. I will say, even if it is true, it is natural for the Minister to deny the purported resignation since it’s a drama that happened within the inner circle. Below is the press release I just received in my mailbox….
Re: Purported Resignation of the Minister of Finance/Coordinating Minister for the Economy
It has come to our attention that a story is circulating online about the purported resignation of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
For the avoidance of doubt, this story is not true.
The Finance Minister is still in place and assures Nigerians that all will be done to ensure that macro-economic stability is maintained through tight fiscal and Monetary policies.
Signed.
Paul Nwabuikwu
Special Adviser to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy
