The Federal Ministry of Finance has reassured investors and international partners that Nigeria’s recent joint security operation in Sokoto, conducted alongside the United States on Christmas Day, will not undermine economic stability or market confidence.
In a statement he personally signed and issued on Sunday, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, emphasised that the operation targeted only terrorist elements threatening lives, national stability, and economic activity. He stressed that Nigeria is not at war with itself or any nation, but is decisively confronting terrorism in partnership with trusted international allies.
“Far from destabilising markets or weakening confidence, such actions strengthen the foundations of peace, protect productive communities, and reinforce the conditions required for sustainable growth,” the Minister said. “Security and economic stability are inseparable; every effort to safeguard Nigerians is, by definition, pro-growth and pro-investment.”
The statement highlighted Nigeria’s strong macroeconomic performance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. In the third quarter of 2025, GDP grew by 3.98%, following a 4.23% expansion in Q2, with expectations for even stronger performance in Q4. Inflation has decelerated for the seventh consecutive period, falling below 15%, reflecting improved price stability and the effectiveness of coordinated fiscal and monetary measures.
Edun also noted that domestic and international debt markets remain stable, supported by prudent fiscal management, while recent credit rating upgrades from Moody’s, Fitch, and Standard & Poor’s demonstrate international confidence in Nigeria’s economic reforms.
Looking ahead, the Finance Minister said the administration’s focus for 2026 is to consolidate the gains of 2025, strengthen economic resilience, and build a sustainable, inclusive, and growth-oriented economy. He assured that actions taken on security, reforms, and fiscal discipline are aligned with these objectives.
“As markets reopen on Monday, 29 December 2025, investors can be confident that Nigeria remains focused, reform-driven, and committed to stability,” Edun said. “The fundamentals are strengthening, the policy direction is clear, and the resolve of this administration—to protect lives, secure prosperity, and grow the economy—is unwavering.”
The Ministry concluded by reaffirming that Nigeria remains open for business, anchored in peace, and firmly focused on the future.
Finance Minister Reassures Investors on Security Operations, Affirms Economic Stability
