Ambassador Reno Omokri has said Nigeria has recorded notable improvements in security, anti-corruption efforts, and economic performance, citing reports from international organisations to support his claims.
Speaking during an interview, Omokri argued that Nigeria's progress should be measured using independent global data rather than relying solely on government statements.
According to him, the latest Global Terrorism Index (GTI) indicates a significant decline in terrorism-related deaths in Nigeria, dropping from 7,752 in 2015 to approximately 550 in the most recent report.
"Things are getting better in Nigeria," Omokri said, while acknowledging that "even one death is too much." He maintained, however, that the country has made substantial progress in tackling insecurity compared to previous years.
The former presidential aide attributed the rise in terrorism across Nigeria and the wider Sahel region to the aftermath of the fall of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, which he said contributed to the proliferation of armed groups across the region.
On the economy, Omokri stated that Nigeria has added billions of dollars to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in recent years and remains among the world's fastest-growing economies, citing projections by international financial institutions.
"We're not there yet. We still have a lot of work to do, but things are getting better in Nigeria exponentially," he said.
Reiterating his position, Omokri added, "When you focus on facts, not emotions, data proves Nigeria is more secure under President Tinubu than eight years ago, and state police will further improve security."
His comments come amid ongoing national discussions on security, economic reforms, and governance under the current administration.
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