President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has engaged leading global investors in Paris, outlining his administration’s economic reform agenda and reaffirming a commitment to transparency, fiscal discipline, and policy stability.
At the high-level meeting, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, highlighted Nigeria’s economic performance, noting that the country recorded an 11.2 percent GDP growth in dollar terms in 2025. He described the figure as a significant milestone supporting Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy by 2030.
Oyedele said the government’s immediate priority is to ensure that ongoing reforms translate into tangible benefits for citizens. He also assured investors of plans to improve transparency through the publication of quarterly financial data.
Also addressing the investors, Director-General of the Debt Management Office, Patience Oniha, emphasised the government’s commitment to responsible borrowing and sustainable debt management practices.
The meeting drew participation from major international financial institutions, including Citibank and Amundi, as well as firms such as BlueCrest, Ninety One, Kirkoswald Capital, Principal Finisterre, Prudential Global Investment Management, and Mesarete Capital.
President Tinubu, who is currently on a three-nation trip, stated that his administration’s reform programme is focused on eliminating economic distortions, stabilising macroeconomic indicators, and fostering inclusive growth. He added that the government is working to deepen reforms, improve transparency in the oil sector, and implement a comprehensive security strategy that includes police decentralisation and efforts to curb terrorist financing.
“The focus remains on policy stability and diligent execution to ensure these strategic shifts translate into concrete benefits for all Nigerians,” the President said.
Several investors at the meeting commended the government’s reform efforts and expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economic outlook. In response to a question about his post-2027 plans, Tinubu pledged to sustain fiscal discipline, enhance transparency, and maintain policy consistency.
The engagement forms part of the President’s ongoing efforts to attract foreign investment and strengthen confidence in Nigeria’s economic direction.
