“The reason I am‘re-inventing’myself as an investor... is because I was on the other side when I was in government. During that time I tried to create a conducive environment for investment into Nigeria, knowing fully well that you cannot talk of development and growth without investment”

“Ninety percent of all jobs around the world are created by the private sector, not governments”

“Africa has grown into a focus area and the best proof is that the whole board has convened in South Africa to get a first-hand impression”

“Our plan has been to attract investors by improving our business climate, making it easier for commerce in the country”

“Many countries are going through the protocol of holding an election... but the actual conduct of elections is not legitimate in itself”