Okonjo-Iweala has not resigned – SA

The Special Adviser to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr Paul Nwabuikwu  debunked media report that Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has resigned her appointment.

“It come to our attention that a story is circulating online about the purported resignation of the Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

“For the avoidance of doubt, this story is not true.

“The Coordinating Minister is still in her position and assures Nigerians that the Jonathan administration is committed to the continuation of the current economic policies and the maintenance of macroeconomic stability through tight fiscal and monetary policies,” the statement said.