Speaking in a statement on Sunday, Edun emphasised that the operation, conducted on Christmas Day, was intelligence-led and targeted solely at terrorist elements threatening national stability and communities. “The operation in question was precise, intelligence-led, and focused exclusively on terrorist elements that threaten innocent lives, national stability, and economic activity. Security and economic stability are inseparable; every effort to safeguard Nigerians is, by definition, pro-growth and pro-investment,” he said. Inflation has continued its downward trend for the seventh consecutive period, falling below 15 per cent reflecting improving price stability. As markets reopen on Monday, 29 December 2025, investors can be confident that Nigeria remains focused, reform-driven, and committed to stability.

Source: Punch December 29, 2025 06:23 UTC