Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated the strong commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to transforming Nigeria’s digital economy, emphasizing that the nation is on track and fully supported by necessary initiatives and partnerships. He assured that the government will continue to welcome partners and stakeholders who believe in and invest in Nigeria, stating that it is only a matter of time before the country assumes its rightful place globally.
Speaking during a courtesy visit from the management of Odua Investment Company Limited, led by its Chairman, Mr. Bimbo Ashiru, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the Vice President praised the company for its significant contributions to agriculture, the digital economy, and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). He highlighted the importance of these sectors to Nigeria’s economic future, adding, “The Southwest region of our country has the enormous capacity to revolutionize the country given its endowments, just as the policies of President Tinubu will, in no time, manifest as the greatest milestones crossed for the development of Nigeria.”
Addressing the issue of fuel subsidies, Shettima described it as an “albatross” that had weighed heavily on the nation, noting how it had been exploited by a few individuals. “Few persons sat on our commonwealth and manipulated our resources. But we are checkmating these manipulations, and as can be seen, the economy is gradually beginning to recover. We are ready to carry the burden of leadership, and together with stakeholders like you, we are crossing the rubicon, and the time for reaping will come,” he added.
Earlier, Odua Investment Chairman, Mr. Ashiru, commended the Tinubu administration for promoting the ease of doing business in Nigeria. He expressed confidence in the future, noting that “businesses are coming in,” and that Nigeria’s resources and investors are its greatest assets. He encouraged citizens and investors to seize the opportunities available in the country, underscoring the progress made in improving the business environment.
Ashiru, a former state commissioner, also highlighted Nigeria’s rising global ranking in ease of doing business and shared his optimism for continued growth under the current administration.
