UK Praises Tinubu’s Economic Reform Efforts - InsideBusiness - Business News in Nigeria
The United Kingdomhas applauded the economic reforms introduced byPresident Bola Tinubu, saying they are beginning to produce measurable results despite initial difficulties. TheUnited Kingdomhas expressed. . .
The United Kingdomhas applauded the economic reforms introduced byPresident Bola Tinubu, saying they are beginning to produce measurable results despite initial difficulties. TheUnited Kingdomhas expressed confidence in the economic direction ofPresident Bola Tinubu’s administration, noting that recent policy reforms are showing positive signs of progress. Speaking during the4th UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership (SDP4) Dialoguein Abuja,Jonathan Powell, the UK National Security Adviser, described Nigeria’s economic transformation as evidence that challenging but necessary reforms can deliver long-term benefits. Powell said the reforms are supportingeconomic growthand recovery, while strengthening Nigeria’s position on the African continent. He referred to Nigeria as anAfrican superpowerand reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to deepening cooperation with the country across key sectors. According to Powell, Nigeria remains the United Kingdom’s most significant partner in Africa due to its strategic role in regional development, stability and security. He added that the country continues to play an important part in addressing challenges affecting the wider region. Also speaking at the event,National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribaduhighlighted the Federal Government’s commitment todemocratic governance,human rightsand therule of lawas central elements in tackling insecurity. Ribadu warned that emerging security threats, includingcybercrime, the misuse ofartificial intelligence, and illicit financial networks, are changing the global security landscape. He stressed the need for stronger international partnerships, enhanced intelligence-sharing and increased investment in technology to address these growing challenges. The security adviser also welcomed ongoing UK support incybersecurityand information resilience. He noted that cooperation between both countries has expanded considerably since the launch of theUK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnershipin 2022. According to Ribadu, the partnership has strengthened collaboration incounterterrorism, cybersecurity, maritime security, crisis management and intelligence-sharing, while improving Nigeria’s operational and institutional capabilities. How important do you think international partnerships are in supporting economic reforms and national security efforts?Post Views:72