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Tinubu sets up economic advisory committee

President Bola Tinubu has created an economic advisory committee comprising the federal government, sub-nationals, and the private sector.

This was made known after the president’s meeting with some representatives of the organised private sector at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

The Star had earlier reported that Tinubu met the Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote; the Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), Tony Elumelu; and Abdul Samad of BUA; among others at the State House.

Speaking at the meeting, Tinubu said the constitution of the economic advisory committee would help to stabilise the economy and ensure the “best economic future” for Nigerians.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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