Tinubu Speaks On Trump’s Threat, Swears-in 2 Ministers
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to defeating terrorism and strengthening diplomatic ties with Nigeria’s global partners.
“We are engaging the world diplomatically, and we assure all of you that we will defeat terrorism. . The task ahead is to move forward with clarity of purpose guided by the Renewed Hope agenda to build a prosperous Nigeria,” Tinubu said.
The President spoke during the Federal Executive Council meeting.
Tinubu addressed the council after the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun briefed the FEC on the ongoing economic reforms and the performance of the economy.
The meeting, held at the Council Chamber of the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, is the first since July.
The president had before the council meeting sworn in two ministers, Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro and Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN.
In his first public comments on the matter since U.S. President Donald Trump designated Nigeria as a ‘Country of Particular Concern,’ Tinubu said his gworovernment is engaging the international community to advance security, stability, and economic growth in Nigeria.
The Federal Government had since described Trump’s action and utterances as a misrepresentation of the nation’s security situation.
“Despite political headwinds and fears, we will continue to engage with our partners.
“The success of the $2.3bn Eurobond, which was oversubscribed, is a sign of confidence in our economy.
“The task ahead is immense, but we are resolved to move forward with unity and purpose,” he said.
The president assured Nigerians that the country remains united and resolute in its pursuit of peace and prosperity.
Meanwhile, the two ministers replaced Nentawe Yilwatda who left the cabinet to become the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and Uche Nnaji, who was forced to resign over allegation of certificate forgery.
