The Digest:
Finance Minister Wale Edun has been flown to the United Kingdom for medical treatment after initially being treated in Nigeria, confirming earlier speculation about his health condition while maintaining continuity in Nigeria's economic leadership during a period of crucial reforms.
Key Points:
- Minister Wale Edun traveled to London via British Airways on Monday night
- The trip followed initial treatment at his Abuja residence under Nigerian doctors
- Presidency officials had previously denied that he was flown abroad or suffered a stroke
- Edun will miss the World Bank/IMF meetings, with the CBN Governor leading the delegation
- The 69-year-old minister has been a key architect of Tinubu's economic reforms
- Officials confirmed "no plans to replace him" despite his health absence
- His condition prompted close monitoring from President Tinubu's office
- The finance ministry hasn't issued an official statement on his whereabouts
Sources: Punch Newspapers
