The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has promised improved welfare packages for staff of the Federal Ministry of Finance while charging them to increase productivity to boost the nation’s economic growth.
Speaking during a courtesy visit by representatives of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) and the Ministry’s Joint Union Council (JUC) in Abuja, Edun reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a conducive work environment that will empower staff to deliver on the President Bola Tinubu administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Director of Information and Public Relations in the ministry, Muhammed Manga in a statement quoted Edun to have indicated,
“The success of this administration’s economic policies depends on the dedication and performance of the public sector. We are committed to supporting staff welfare and ensuring a work environment that promotes efficiency,” Edun stated.
The Minister also urged the staff to work diligently, noting that the Ministry plays a key role in the full implementation of federal government policies aimed at driving sustainable economic development.
In his address, Comrade Nuhu Abubakar Bah, Chairman of ASCSN, commended the Tinubu administration for its recent handover of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, a step toward alleviating the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians.
He also called for improvements in working conditions, better remuneration, and more opportunities for professional development.
Edun assured the union representatives of continued collaboration, pledging that the welfare of staff would remain a top priority under his leadership.
He reiterated the need for employees to focus on their deliverables with discipline and commitment, adding that the government is focused on long-term economic stability.
The meeting signified the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening the workforce as a critical driver of Nigeria’s economic growth, with Edun highlighting the importance of staff productivity in meeting the country’s macroeconomic goals.