Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has reportedly flown to the United Kingdom for urgent medical attention.
Reliable sources close to the matter confirmed that the minister departed Nigeria recently to seek specialized care. While the exact nature of his health condition remains undisclosed, insiders say the trip was necessary due to medical concerns requiring immediate attention.
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Mr. Edun, a central figure in President Bola Tinubu’s economic team, has played a key role in shaping Nigeria’s fiscal reforms, including efforts to stabilize the naira and attract foreign investments. His sudden trip has raised questions about continuity in critical economic policy decisions during his absence.
As of press time, the Ministry of Finance has not released an official statement regarding his health or return date.
This development comes at a crucial time as Nigeria faces economic challenges tied to inflation, foreign exchange volatility, and post-subsidy fiscal adjustments.