Donald Trump Applauds Nigeria’s Anti-Corruption Efforts, Stresses Need for Sustained Reforms and Economic Transparency
(EPICSTORIAN) – U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has acknowledged Nigeria’s progress in combating corruption, describing reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as significant.
However, the US President-elect emphasized that more work is needed to ensure lasting change.
“Nigeria has a reputation, as you very well understand, for massive corruption,” Trump stated.
“But I also know that the president has managed to cut that down very substantially. We discussed this, and he is actively working on it. They have made a lot of progress, and I believe they will continue to do so.”
Anti-Corruption Efforts and Economic Growth
Trump highlighted the importance of Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive for international investment, highlighting the U.S. interest in the country’s economic stability.
“We have a lot of people in this country, and frankly, the country itself, that invests in Nigeria,” he noted. “Cutting down on corruption is very important to us.”
His remarks reflect growing international confidence in Nigeria’s reform efforts. Foreign investors are closely monitoring the nation’s regulatory and economic landscape, with reduced corruption seen as key to unlocking economic potential and sustaining development.
Challenges and the Road Ahead
While there appears a perceived progress, Nigeria continues to battle systemic corruption, particularly in public institutions and government contracts.
Experts warn that maintaining reform momentum requires strict enforcement of anti-corruption policies, judicial independence, and stronger accountability measures.
The Tinubu administration has implemented governance-strengthening initiatives, including procurement process reforms, financial transparency policies, and stricter anti-corruption enforcement.
However, analysts caution that achieving long-term change will depend on institutional resilience and unwavering political commitment.
Global Perspective on Nigeria’s Reforms
The international community continues to assess Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts, with the U.S. signaling its support for initiatives that promote good governance and economic stability.
While investors remain cautiously optimistic, many urge further regulatory improvements to boost business confidence.
As Nigeria advances its reform agenda, the challenge remains in translating policy changes into structural transformations.
The country has made notable progress, as believed by Mr. Trump, but sustaining these efforts will determine whether it can shed its long-standing corruption reputation and attract greater global partnerships.
