President Tinubu Congratulates Minister Wale Edun on Appointment to the Royal Victorian Order
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Mr Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, on his appointment to the Royal Victorian Order by His Majesty King Charles III.
King Charles III appointed Mr Edun as Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (CVO) in recognition of his longstanding work with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.
According to a statement issued today by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on
Information and Strategy, the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a global youth development programme that supports young people worldwide in building character, skills, and leadership, including in Nigeria, where thousands of young people currently benefit from the programme.
President Tinubu welcomed the exceptional honour bestowed on the Minister, a pivotal member of his cabinet, and acknowledged that the recognition aligns with the priority his administration places on youth empowerment, opportunity, and national renewal.
Commending Mr Edun’s industry and dedication, he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to developing Nigeria’s youth as leaders of today and tomorrow.
