Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has expressed optimism about the country’s economic outlook following the conclusion of the 2025 IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington D.C., where global leaders acknowledged Nigeria’s progress under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda.
In her post-meeting statement titled “Post-Meetings Recap from H.M., Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite”, the minister highlighted that across multiple engagements, including bilateral and multilateral discussions, there was widespread recognition that Nigeria’s reforms were beginning to yield results.
“Inflation is moderating, the exchange rate is stabilising, investor confidence is returning, and foreign reserves are strengthening,” Uzoka-Anite stated, emphasizing the success of the coordinated efforts between fiscal and monetary authorities led by Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso.
She quoted IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, who praised Nigeria’s efforts, saying:
“Thank you, Nigeria, for showing the world that reform does work.”
According to the minister, the Nigerian delegation’s participation opened fresh opportunities for partnerships in infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, and climate finance sectors that align with the government’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at job creation, poverty reduction, and sustainable economic growth.
“We return home from Washington not only with stronger partnerships but with greater resolve,” she said. “The world is watching Nigeria’s reform story unfold and it is one of resilience, innovation, and hope.”
Uzoka-Anite reaffirmed the government’s commitment to deepening reforms, unlocking private sector investment, and ensuring that macroeconomic progress translates into prosperity for all Nigerians.
“We are on the right path,” she concluded. “The best is yet to come.”
