The Federal Government has reassured investors and international partners that Nigeria’s economy remains stable and resilient despite the recent joint security operation carried out by Nigerian and United States forces in Sokoto State on Christmas Day.
In a statement released on Monday, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, said the operation was a targeted, intelligence-driven action against terrorism and should not be interpreted as a sign of internal conflict or economic instability.
The December 25 operation reportedly targeted ISIS-linked camps in Sokoto, leading to the deaths of several terrorists, with no civilian casualties recorded.
Edun stressed that Nigeria was “not at war with itself, nor with any nation,” but was decisively confronting terrorism in collaboration with trusted international partners.
“What Nigeria is confronting is terrorism. This distinction is critical to understanding the positive economic implications of recent actions,” he said.
According to the minister, the operation was precise and focused solely on terrorist elements threatening innocent lives, national stability and economic activity, adding that such actions strengthen peace and investor confidence rather than weaken them.
“Security and economic stability are inseparable. Every effort to safeguard Nigerians is, by definition, pro-growth and pro-investment,” Edun noted.
Highlighting Nigeria’s economic performance, he said the country recorded GDP growth of 3.98 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, following 4.23 per cent growth in the second quarter, with expectations of stronger performance in the fourth quarter.
He also disclosed that inflation had declined for the seventh consecutive period and fallen below 15 per cent, reflecting improved price stability and the impact of coordinated fiscal and monetary policies.
On financial markets, Edun said Nigeria’s domestic and international debt markets remained stable, supported by prudent fiscal management, adding that recent credit rating upgrades from Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s underscored confidence in the country’s economic reforms.
“As markets reopen, investors can be confident that Nigeria remains focused, reform-driven and committed to stability,” he said, reaffirming that the country remains open for business and firmly focused on sustainable growth.
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