The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has celebrated Nigeria’s removal from the European Union’s list of high-risk third countries for anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) as a “remarkable development” that positions the country for stronger international engagement and enhanced legal, global business opportunities.
In a statement signed by Chairman Chukwudi Enekwechi and Secretary Segun Ogedengbe, the pro-administration advocacy group described the EU decision formalized through Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/83 adopted on December 4, 2025, and effective January 29, 2026 as a pivotal achievement that significantly boosts Nigeria’s profile in the comity of nations.
The TMV emphasized that this milestone closely followed Nigeria’s successful exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) list of Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring (the “grey list”) on October 24, 2025, after the country fully completed its FATF Action Plan.
“We are gratified that these positive developments are the result of the extraordinary leadership and strong political will of President Bola Tinubu in embarking on bold economic reforms,” the group stated. “This visionary leadership has contributed to exceptional inter-agency coordination and collaboration with all stakeholders, including international partners, as well as the necessary legal, regulatory and institutional reforms aimed at addressing the deficiencies previously identified in Nigeria’s AML/CFT framework.”
According to the TMV, the delisting delivered tangible advantages for Nigerians and Nigerian entities operating on the global stage. It eases automatic enhanced due diligence requirements for individuals, businesses, and financial institutions when transacting with European counterparts. The group highlighted that this change will strengthen correspondent banking relationships, reduce de-risking practices, facilitate smoother cross-border payments, lower compliance costs, increase investor confidence, and promote deeper integration of Nigeria into the international financial system.
“We believe that President Tinubu has, in a short time, tremendously improved Nigeria’s standing in the global business arena,” the statement continued. The TMV added that since President Tinubu assumed office, the country has witnessed significant positive changes across different sectors, with the AML/CFT reforms representing a key pillar of this broader transformation.
The group expressed confidence that these twin achievements FATF and EU delistings validate the administration’s commitment to economic recovery, financial integrity, and sustainable growth, paving the way for increased foreign investment, expanded trade partnerships, and greater opportunities for Nigerian businesses worldwide.
