Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has assured investors that financial markets remain stable despite a joint Nigeria-United States counterterrorism strike in Sokoto.
The minister issued the statement on December 29, 2025, addressing concerns from investors, analysts, and multilateral partners.
The precision operation targeted terrorist camps on Christmas Day, resulting in multiple fatalities among Islamic State elements.
Edun clarified that the action confronts terrorism alongside international partners, not economic or interstate conflict.
He described the intelligence-led strike as strengthening peace foundations essential for sustainable growth and investment.
Edun highlighted inseparable links between security enhancements and economic stability under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
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Edun affirmed Nigeria’s commitment to consolidating 2025 gains, deepening reforms, and maintaining an open, growth-oriented economy in 2026.
This operation reinforces national security measures, supporting investor confidence and long-term economic progress in Nigeria.
