UK Envoy Richard Montgomery Supports Tinubu's Reforms

Outgoing British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms during a farewell visit to the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) headquarters in Abuja. Montgomery acknowledged that while these reforms have caused short-term hardships for citizens, they are essential for positioning Nigeria on a stronger economic path.

He praised the administration's economic management team, including Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Olayemi Cardoso, former finance minister Wale Edun, NRS Chairman Dr. Zacch Adedeji, and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele, for their roles in implementing necessary reforms. Montgomery highlighted that these reforms, including exchange rate adjustments and inflation control, have improved investor confidence and Nigeria's fiscal outlook.

He noted that his three-year diplomatic tenure in Nigeria coincided with significant positive changes and emphasized the importance of these reforms for Nigeria's future, including efforts to attract investments and enhance the Nigerian National Petroleum Company's operations.