Nigeria’s poor reputation rating is not a verdict, but a call to action, says Information Minister, Mohammed Idris. Speaking at the Nigeria Reputation Summit 2026 in Abuja, Idris emphasized that the country’s recent low-trust rating of 35.2% is a mirror reflecting areas for improvement, rather than a final judgment.
Idris highlighted Nigeria’s progress, including its delisting from the FATF grey list, improving foreign reserves, easing inflation, and renewed foreign investment confidence. He urged Nigerians to take collective responsibility for rebuilding the country’s image, promoting unity, and rejecting false narratives.
Former Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, stressed that law and order are Nigeria’s most important reputational assets, attracting investors and driving growth. The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has launched a Reputation Perception Index, assessing Nigeria’s reputation across seven pillars: culture, social equity, leadership, innovation, performance, communication, and credibility.
The summit aims to develop actionable strategies for strengthening Nigeria’s global reputation, leveraging youth, technology, and creativity to project a positive image.
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