Nigeria TV Info — CBN Governor, Finance Minister Highlight Nigeria’s Economic Reforms at IMF/World Bank Meetings

Washington D.C., USA — Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, and Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, have reaffirmed that the bold economic reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the past two years have laid a solid foundation for Nigeria’s next phase of growth — focused on inclusivity, job creation, and poverty reduction.

Speaking on Friday at a media briefing in Washington, D.C., following the conclusion of the 2025 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, the Nigerian officials emphasized that the reforms have begun to yield positive outcomes, including restored investor confidence, fiscal stability, and renewed optimism about Nigeria’s role in Africa’s economic future.

Cardoso, who led Nigeria’s delegation to the global meetings, said the sessions provided an opportunity to highlight the country’s progress and reinforce its commitment to macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and inclusive development.

> “Nigeria’s reform agenda is gaining international recognition. The policy adjustments we’ve made — though challenging — are already creating the framework for sustainable growth and private sector participation,” Cardoso stated.

The CBN Governor disclosed that the Nigerian team held a series of strategic meetings with top global financial institutions, including the IMF, World Bank, International Finance Corporation (IFC), and major rating agencies such as Fitch, Moody’s, and Standard & Poor’s. Discussions also involved global investors, fintech leaders, development partners, and central banks from various countries.

In her remarks, Dr. Uzoka-Anite announced that the World Bank has designated Nigeria as a priority country for its new Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Compact, underscoring the confidence of development partners in Nigeria’s reform trajectory and governance improvements.

According to her, this recognition is a testament to the government’s drive to strengthen healthcare systems, expand social protection, and ensure that economic growth translates into better living standards for all Nigerians.

Both officials noted that while global markets remain volatile and growth prospects uncertain, Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda, supported by fiscal and monetary reforms, will continue to anchor the nation’s resilience and long-term prosperit