Nigeria has inaugurated the newly re-constituted NCP with a charge to members to champion the road to the economic prosperity of the Nation.
A statement by the Head, Public Communications, Amina Tukur Othman Revealed that the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Chairman of the National Council on Privatisation (NCP), Sen. Kashim Shettima while inaugurating the Council in Abuja, advised the new members to fully embrace the Federal Government’s promise to propel the economy forward towards a Nigeria brimming with opportunities, growth, and empowerment.
The Vice President stated that the membership of the NCP is as crucial as its mission, hence the diversity of talents and profundity of experience of members approved for inauguration by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He noted that by his approval, Mr. President has entrusted the NCP with the strategic national assignment of piloting the nation’s economic sector reform, privatisation, commercialisation, and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) program for the next four years.
He also stated that; “Membership in this distinguished council symbolizes more than mere participation; it signifies a steadfast commitment and a resolute belief in our shared vision for a Nigeria brimming with opportunities, growth, and empowerment. It represents our collective pledge to propel the economy forward, build robust infrastructure, forge pathways to employment, and nurture an environment where productivity flourishes”.
The members of the National Council on Privatisation inaugurated are: Senator Kashim Shettima Chairman, National Council on Privatisation.
Mr. Wale Edun – Hon. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Vice Chairman, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi – Attorney General of the Federation, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu – Hon. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning.
Dr. Doris Anite – Hon. Minister Industries, Trade, and Investment, Mr. George Akume – Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
Dr. Olayemi Cardoso – Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr. Tope Fasua – Special Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs, Mr. Oluwole Oshin – Private Member, Mal. Mohammed Mustapha – Private Member, Mr. Olayiwola Yahaya – Private Member, Mr. Akwa Effion Okon – Private Member.
Mr. Alex Okoh – Director General, Bureau of Public Enterprises, Secretary/Member.
He urged members to view their appointment to the Council as a privilege to serve the nation by contributing to the socio-economic development of the nation and accelerated growth of the economy through the provision of infrastructure, job creation, as well as creating an enabling environment for productive activities to flourish while leveraging on the enormous human and natural resources for the benefit of the people.
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