The CBN Governor represented by Deputy Governor (Economic Policy) MUHAMMAD SANI ABDULLAHI, said the triple challenges of rising inflation, foreign exchange rate fluctuations and food inflation, would take downward trend soonest as indicators to that effect are already emerging.

The Minister of Budget and National Planning, ATIKU BAGUDU, said the 2024 budget is already being implemented and that there is an ongoing negotiation with Labour leaders on minimum wage to ensure that there are no further disruptions to economy.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the joint Committee, Senator SANI MUSA, appealed to Nigerians to persevere as government is working around the clock to stabilize the economy.