The presidency has confirmed the health status of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, saying he is “indisposed”.
Consequently, the Federal Government has dispatched the Central Bank Governor, Mr Olayemi Cardoso, to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 2025 World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings in Washington, DC.
Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, announced on Sunday that Cardoso will serve as the alternate governor for Nigeria and head the country’s delegation to the meetings, which open on Monday.
“Mr Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the World Bank and International Monetary Fund Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, which opens on Monday, October 13,” the State House press release read.
Onanuga, said the Minister is receiving medical care in Nigeria.
“Yes, he’s indisposed. Wale Edun is about 69 years old. He suddenly fell ill.
“As we are talking, he is in Nigeria. He is recuperating. He’s around,” Onanuga disclosed.
The presidency confirmed that Edun is indisposed and Cardoso would represent Nigeria on his behalf. Also on the delegation is the Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite.
According to the World Bank, the key highlights of the Annual Meetings include the Development Committee Plenary session on October 16 and the International Monetary and Financial Committee meetings on October 17.
Other events will feature regional briefings, press conferences, and forums focusing on international development, the global economy, and financial markets.
