Federal Government Develops Global Strategy to Counter False Narratives Against Nigeria
London, United Kingdom | October 27, 2025
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to developing a comprehensive global strategy to counter false and negative narratives targeted at undermining Nigeria’s reputation on the international stage.
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known at the UK Edition of the Renewed Hope Global Dialogue held in London, with the theme “Strengthening Global Partnerships for Economic Renewal and National Rebranding.”
Speaking at the event, Idris emphasized that partnerships and collaboration remain central to Nigeria’s efforts at national rebranding and repositioning under the Renewed Hope Administration. He noted that building strategic global alliances is essential for promoting a more accurate and credible image of the country.
“Nigeria needs international friends and partners who know the country very well, understand its nuances and complexities, and can add their voices to present an accurate, believable, and credible picture of Nigeria,” the Minister stated.
In a statement released by his Special Assistant on Media, Idris highlighted that the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation is deeply involved in the national rebranding initiative, working with strategic organizations such as the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) to promote the country’s image through the Nigeria Reputation Management Group (NRMG).
As part of these efforts, the Minister announced that the Federal Government has designated October 15 every year as Nigeria Reputation Day, aimed at raising awareness about the importance of national reputation and collective responsibility in promoting Nigeria’s global image.
He further disclosed that Nigeria will host two major international events in 2026 — the African Public Relations Association (APRA) Conference and the World Public Relations Forum — both to be held in Abuja. This historic development will make Nigeria the first African nation to host both global events in the same year.
Idris also highlighted recent milestones that reflect Nigeria’s growing credibility in the international community, citing the country’s delisting from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List as a testament to the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold reforms aimed at strengthening the nation’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) framework.
He went on to outline several key achievements of the Renewed Hope Administration, including the implementation of a unified exchange rate regime, the introduction of a national student loan scheme, the establishment of a new national minimum wage, the rollout of a national consumer credit program, the presidential CNG initiative, the enactment of four new Tax Acts, the creation of five new Regional Development Commissions, and the establishment of a Federal Ministry of Livestock Development.
The Minister concluded by reaffirming that Nigeria’s ongoing rebranding and reform agenda are focused on rebuilding trust, attracting investment, and showcasing the nation’s resilience and potential to the world.
“The Renewed Hope vision is not only about economic recovery but also about restoring Nigeria’s dignity and credibility on the global stage,” Idris stated.
