Tinubu Reshuffles Nigerian Cabinet in Finance and Housing

President Bola Tinubu approved a minor reshuffle of Nigeria's Federal Executive Council on Tuesday, resulting in the removal of two ministers and the appointment of new leadership in key economic and housing sectors.

The changes, outlined in a memo from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation and signed by George Akume, direct Wale Edun to step down as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Edun will hand over his responsibilities to Taiwo Oyedele, who advances from his previous role as Minister of State in the same ministry. Similarly, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa will exit as Minister of Housing and Urban Development, with responsibilities temporarily transferred to the ministry's Minister of State. Muttaqha Rabe Darma has been nominated as the new minister-designate for housing, pending Senate confirmation.

All handover processes must be completed by the close of business on Thursday, April 23, 2026, according to the directive. Akume explained that the reshuffle aims to enhance coordination within the cabinet, foster greater synergy in governance, and improve policy delivery on economic priorities. "These changes are aimed at strengthening...