Nigerians are becoming more optimistic about the country’s economic outlook than its security situation, findings from the Nigeria Stability Index (NSI) monthly surveys have shown.
The findings indicated that while confidence in the foreign exchange market, economy and investment climate had improved, insecurity remained a major concern among respondents.
According to the survey, Nigeria’s overall Stability Score stood at 4.3 out of 10 in August 2026, while the Security pillar recorded 2.0, the lowest among the indicators assessed.
The security score declined further to 1.6 in September, reflecting persistent concerns about safety across the country.
In contrast, Foreign Exchange and Economy, as well as Investor Confidence, emerged as some of the better-performing indicators in recent months.
The NSI measures public sentiment across five pillars: Security, Social Stability, Foreign Exchange and Economy, Governance, and Investor Confidence.
Its monthly assessments track respondents’ perceptions of developments in the country, highlighting areas of improving confidence and those where concerns persist.
The latest findings suggest that improving economic sentiment has yet to translate into a corresponding sense of security among Nigerians.
They also underscore the need to assess national stability beyond economic performance, particularly as concerns about personal safety and social stability continue to shape public perceptions of the country.
