Tinubu Swears In Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance

President Bola Tinubu on Monday officially swore in tax policy expert Taiwo Oyedele as the Minister of State for Finance in a brief ceremony held at the State House in Abuja.
The swearing-in took place at the Presidential Villa, attended by a limited number of senior government officials. The event formally marked Oyedele’s induction into the Federal Executive Council and positioned him within Nigeria’s economic management team.

Oyedele, recognized for his work in tax reform, previously chaired the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms. His appointment is viewed as part of the government’s strategy to enhance fiscal policy, strengthen tax administration, and increase revenue generation.
President Tinubu has consistently highlighted the need for structural reforms in public finance, especially as Nigeria faces revenue challenges, rising debt, and demands to fund infrastructure and social programs.
With the oath administered, Oyedele now assumes responsibilities in the Finance Ministry, where he is expected to play a central role in shaping tax policy, coordinating fiscal reforms, and supporting the broader economic agenda of the administration.