President Tinubu Congratulates VP Shettima, Dr. Iyabo Masha on NES Fellowship

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima and other eminent Nigerians on their conferment as Fellows of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES) in recognition of their outstanding contributions to economic policy, research, and development.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the honour, conferred on Monday, September 8, as a testament to their exemplary service, intellectual depth, and commitment to Nigeria’s socio-economic transformation.

President Tinubu commended Vice President Shettima for his visionary leadership and relentless dedication in advancing the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, especially in areas of inclusive growth, job creation, and sustainable development.

The President also lauded Dr. Iyabo Masha, a renowned economist and Director of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24) on International Monetary Affairs and Development. He highlighted her distinguished record, including service as a member of Nigeria’s eight-person Presidential Economic Advisory Council (2019–2022), which advised on national economic policy.

Describing their recognition as “well-deserved and an inspiration to upcoming economists and policy experts,” President Tinubu affirmed:
“As a nation, we are proud of your achievements and the example you set for current and future generations. Your passion, innovation, and service to Nigeria’s economic progress embody the spirit of excellence that our administration celebrates and upholds.”

The President urged the new Fellows to continue deploying their expertise to strengthen Nigeria’s economic recovery, foster inclusive prosperity, and enhance the nation’s global competitiveness. He further assured them of his administration’s determination to collaborate with experts and institutions to deliver enduring growth and shared opportunities for all Nigerians.