President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that his administration has put the country on the path of success.
Tinubu stated this during a meeting with officials from Bank of America at the State House on Tuesday.
Tinubu emphasized his government’s commitment to implementing reforms that would foster sustainable growth and development in the country.
Acknowledging the need for assistance, Tinubu requested support and partnership from the bank’s management, seeking mutual benefits for Nigeria and the financial institution.
He emphasized that fiscal and institutional reforms were vital for addressing the governance and development challenges facing the nation.
‘’We believe we are on the right track so far. We believe we need all the help we can get,” the President said as he asked the bank’s management for support and partnership that would advance mutual benefits for Nigeria and the financial institution.
He said governance and development challenges facing the country cannot be addressed without fiscal and institutional reforms.
“21st Century actions on climate change, finance and innovation are intertwined. Having a good platform and believing in innovation will help in undertaking reforms and tackling the issues.
“This is the largest economy and democracy in Africa and if we cannot do it, nobody will do it for us,” he said.
In response, Mr. Bernard Mensah, the leader of the visiting delegation and President of International for Bank of America, expressed enthusiasm regarding the initial steps taken by the new administration. He praised the efforts that were leading Nigeria back to its rightful place on the global stage. The bank pledged its willingness to assist Nigeria in addressing both immediate and long-term challenges, offering not only financial support but also valuable ideas.
Accompanying Mr. Mensah on the visit were Mrs. Yvonne Ike Fasinro, Head of Sub-Saharan Africa at the bank, and Mr. Chuba Ezenwa, Head of Investment Banking Sub-Saharan Africa.