GIABA Cautions Nigeria and Others Against Complacency Post-FATF Delisting

The GIABA cautioned Nigeria and other countries recently delisted from the FATF Grey List to avoid complacency and continue strengthening their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing frameworks. Edwin W.

Harris Jr., the Director-General of GIABA, emphasized the need for sustained commitment, technical rigor, and high-level political will to address strategic deficiencies. The delisting of Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and others was seen as a major milestone in Africa's financial integration efforts, reflecting a commitment to global standards.

GIABA highlighted the importance of ongoing efforts to maintain momentum and ensure institutional reforms are sustained.