Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s digital economy. During a courtesy visit from the management of Odua Investment Company Limited, led by Chairman Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, Shettima emphasized the government’s resolve to support initiatives and partnerships essential for this transformation.

“The Federal Government will continue to open its doors to all willing partners and stakeholders who invest in the Nigeria project. It is only a matter of time before we achieve our rightful position globally,” Shettima declared.

Praising Odua Investment’s contributions to agriculture, digital economy, and MSMEs, Shettima highlighted the importance of these sectors for Nigeria’s economic development. He also pointed to the Southwest region’s potential to drive significant change due to its endowments.

On the issue of fuel subsidy and manipulated exchange rates, Shettima criticized past mismanagement but assured that current efforts are correcting these issues. “We are checkmating manipulations, and the economy is beginning to recover,” he said, underscoring the administration’s readiness to lead and collaborate with stakeholders.

Otunba Ashiru thanked Shettima for the opportunity and commended President Tinubu for advancing the ease of doing business in Nigeria. He expressed optimism about the future, stating, “You could see that businesses are coming in, and that is why we are here. There is a brighter future in Nigeria.”

Ashiru encouraged Nigerians and investors to leverage the country’s opportunities and noted improvements in Nigeria’s business environment, highlighting the Vice President’s role in these advancements.