President Tinubu inaugurates National Economic Council (NEC)

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially inaugurated the National Economic Council (NEC).

The ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, with Vice President Kashim Shettima leading the Council. Attendees included Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to the President, Senator George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), and the 36 Governors of the Federation.

During the inauguration, President Tinubu encouraged the governors to work together and utilize local governments to expedite infrastructure development in light of the significant challenges facing the nation.

“You and I asked for it. We campaigned for it. We even danced for it. So, we have no reason to complain. The people of this country are behind us. They desire reforms, and they want them swiftly. You are stakeholders… Collaboration is not a crime. Please, let us embrace it, he said