The Federal Ministry of Finance has reassured investors, analysts, and international partners that Nigeria remains on a stable path of peace and economic growth following a targeted joint security operation in Sokoto on Christmas Day.
According to the Ministry, the operation—conducted in collaboration with the United States—was intelligence-led and focused solely on terrorist elements threatening lives, communities, and economic activity. Officials emphasized that these actions are designed to strengthen national security and, by extension, economic confidence.
“Security and economic stability are inseparable. Every effort to safeguard Nigerians is pro-growth and pro-investment,” the Ministry said, stressing that Nigeria is neither at war with itself nor with any other nation.
Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, Nigeria has continued to record progress in both security and economic reform. GDP growth for the third quarter of 2025 was 3.98%, following a 4.23% growth in Q2, with expectations of stronger performance in Q4. Inflation has fallen below 15% for the seventh consecutive period, reflecting improved price stability and effective fiscal and monetary coordination.
Financial markets remain resilient, supported by prudent fiscal management. Nigeria has received recent credit rating upgrades from Moody’s, Fitch, and Standard & Poor’s, underscoring the credibility of its reforms and economic direction. The Ministry highlighted ongoing fiscal discipline, efficiency, and macroeconomic stability as proof of resilience against external shocks.
Looking ahead, the government aims to consolidate 2025 gains, strengthen economic resilience, and foster a sustainable, inclusive, and growth-oriented economy in 2026. The Ministry reaffirmed that the administration remains committed to protecting lives, securing prosperity, and attracting investment.
As markets reopen on 29 December 2025, investors are encouraged to maintain confidence in Nigeria’s reform-driven, stability-focused policies.
