Wale Edun Reaasures Investors After US Airstrikes, Says Nigeria Remains Stable

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has reassured investors and international partners that the country remains stable and firmly on a reform-driven growth path, despite recent United States airstrikes on terrorist targets in Sokoto State.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Edun stressed that Nigeria is not at war with itself or any other country, but is instead working with trusted international partners to decisively confront terrorism. He said the security operation should be viewed as a stabilising measure rather than a source of economic uncertainty.

“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,” he said.

The minister explained that the joint Nigeria-US operation was precise and intelligence-led, targeting only terrorist elements that pose threats to civilian lives, national stability and economic activity. He added that safeguarding security is inseparable from protecting economic prosperity.

“As markets reopen after the Christmas holidays, investors can be confident that Nigeria remains focused, reform-driven, and committed to stability,” Edun said, noting that recent developments underscore the government’s resolve to secure lives and sustain growth.

Highlighting progress under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Edun pointed to improving macroeconomic indicators. He said Nigeria recorded GDP growth of 3.98 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, following a stronger 4.23 per cent expansion in the second quarter, with expectations of even better performance in the final quarter of the year.

According to the minister, inflation has eased for seven consecutive periods and has fallen below 15 per cent, reflecting improved price stability and effective coordination between fiscal and monetary authorities. He added that domestic and international financial markets remain resilient, supported by disciplined fiscal management.

Edun also cited recent credit rating upgrades by Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s as independent validation of Nigeria’s economic reforms and policy credibility.

“We have maintained fiscal discipline, prioritised efficiency, and protected macroeconomic stability, demonstrating resilience in the face of external shocks,” he said.

Looking ahead, Edun said the government’s focus for 2026 is to consolidate the gains made in 2025, strengthen economic resilience and advance inclusive, sustainable growth.

“Nigeria remains open for business, anchored in peace, and firmly focused on the future,” he said, assuring investors that the country’s economic fundamentals are strengthening and its policy direction remains clear.