- Edun clarified that Nigeria is neither at war with itself nor any foreign country
- Edun also noted that inflation has dropped below 15 per cent for the seventh consecutive period
- As markets reopened on Monday, December 29, the ministry urged investors to remain confident in Nigeria’s reform agenda
The Federal Ministry of Finance has sought to reassure investors and the financial community following reports of a joint Nigeria–United States security operation carried out in Sokoto on Christmas Day, insisting the action strengthens national stability rather than threatens it.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, addressed concerns in a statement issued on Sunday, describing the operation as a targeted response to terrorism, not an indication of internal conflict.
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Edun clarified that Nigeria is neither at war with itself nor any foreign country, noting that the operation was conducted in collaboration with international partners as part of efforts to safeguard lives, infrastructure, and economic activity.
According to the minister, intelligence-driven security actions are essential to protecting communities and sustaining a stable environment for business and investment.
He highlighted Nigeria’s improving economic indicators, revealing that Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.98 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, following 4.23 per cent growth in the second quarter, with stronger performance expected in the final quarter of the year.
Edun also noted that inflation has dropped below 15 per cent for the seventh consecutive period, attributing the trend to coordinated fiscal and monetary reforms.
He added that financial markets remain resilient, supported by recent credit rating upgrades from Moody’s, Fitch, and Standard & Poor’s.
“Security and economic stability are inseparable,” the minister said, stressing that every step taken to protect Nigerians ultimately supports growth and investment.
As markets reopened on Monday, December 29, the ministry urged investors to remain confident in Nigeria’s reform agenda, assuring that the country remains open for business and firmly focused on long-term economic resilience.
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