5 h. ago Nigeria’s inflation to average at 22% in 2025 if CBN holds tight monetary policy – World bank

…says macroeconomic situation improving, urges govt to undertake more reforms Nigeria’s inflation rate could decline to an annual average of read more Nigeria’s inflation to average at 22% in 2025 if CBN holds tight monetary policy – World bank

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13 h. ago Nigeria’s poverty reduction goals threatened by persisting economic crisis

• Rising inflation, insecurity, weak GDP stall Agenda 2050   By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s ambition to lift 80 million citizens out of poverty by 2050 is facing mounting challenges as worsening economic conditions continue to erode progress, Daily Sun’s analysis has shown. With food inflation surging, insecurity spreading and GDP growth faltering, key pillars of […] The post Nigeria’s poverty reduction goals threatened by persisting economic crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Earnings amid inflation: How Nigerian corporates are turning the tide

In a year marked by economic turbulence—currency devaluation, surging inflation, and interest rate hikes—Nigeria’s corporate boardrooms might have been expected read more Earnings amid inflation: How Nigerian corporates are turning the tide

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33 h. ago Companies Worried About Macroeconomic Volatility, Inflation Rate

A rising number of companies and Nigerian chief executive officers (CEOs) are increasingly concerned about inflation and a widening skills gap, according to the PwC 28th Annual Global CEO Survey: Nigerian Perspective. The report, released by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), highlighted that economic uncertainty, rising operational costs, and a fast-changing labour market were major challenges for business […]

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5 d. ago CEOs Remain Optimistic, Embrace AI, Business Reinvention – PwC

Despite persistent macroeconomic challenges, including inflation, high interest rates, and foreign exchange volatility, Nigerian chief executive officers (CEOs) are expressing renewed confidence in the country’s economic outlook, according to the latest PwC 28th Annual Global CEO Survey. The report, which reflects insights from 4,701 CEOs globally, including a representation from Nigeria, shows that 61 per […]

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6 d. ago Tah time: Mauritanian contender for AfDB’s top job to unveil vision

Sidi Ould Tah, Mauritania’s candidate for the African Development Bank (AfDB) presidency, will lay out his policy vision on Tuesday, read more Tah time: Mauritanian contender for AfDB’s top job to unveil vision

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1 week ago Report: Food, health, wellness top spending priority of Nigerians

As inflation continues to tighten household budgets, Nigerians are reshaping their spending habits, putting health and wellness at the forefront read more Report: Food, health, wellness top spending priority of Nigerians

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1 week ago From cocoa to currency: Unlocking Nigeria’s economic stability through Agribusiness

Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads. With inflation surging, foreign exchange markets under pressure, and the economy grappling with the read more From cocoa to currency: Unlocking Nigeria’s economic stability through Agribusiness

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1 week ago Relief as Shomolu LGA, Inspire Lagos slash food prices by 50%

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu With Nigeria’s economy under the strain of soaring inflation, many families have found their budgets stretched to breaking point. Basic food items that were once affordable have become out of reach for the average household. Determined to rewrite this narrative, the Convener of the Inspire Lagos Food Market, Abiola Adebajo, in partnership […] The post Relief as Shomolu LGA, Inspire Lagos slash food prices by 50% appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigerians accumulate N75.65trn in savings, liquid assets –CBN

By Chinwendu Obienyi Amid mounting macroeconomic uncertainty, Nigerians are leaning heavily towards savings and low-risk financial instruments, with recent data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showing a marked increase in quasi-money holdings. Quasi-money are assets that are easily and quickly convertible into cash. They are considered to be close substitutes for cash in […] The post Nigerians accumulate N75.65trn in savings, liquid assets –CBN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago CBN Struggles With Inflation As Broad Money Supply Surpasses N114trn

Nigeria’s broad money supply surged to N114.22 trillion in March 2025, defying the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) tight monetary policies. Despite the CBN’s imposition of a 50% Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR), the money supply rose by 24% from N92.19 trillion in March 2024, continuing the trend of monetary expansion. On a monthly basis, the […] The post CBN Struggles With Inflation As Broad Money Supply Surpasses N114trn appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigerian economy better positioned to withstand external pressures, says IMF

.Says tight monetary policy stance required to firmly guide inflation down The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that the read more Nigerian economy better positioned to withstand external pressures, says IMF

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Inflation Nightmare: Why Prices Keep Spiraling Out of Control

Nigeria’s inflation crisis shows no signs of abating in 2025. Fresh data reveals that year-on-year headline inflation climbed to 24.23% in read more Nigeria’s Inflation Nightmare: Why Prices Keep Spiraling Out of Control

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Inflation Jumps From 23.18% To 24.23% In March 2025

Nigeria’s inflation crisis deepened in March 2025 as the headline inflation rate jumped to 24.23%, from 23.18% recorded in February. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development reflects a 1.05% increase that further squeezes households battling with soaring living costs. In a report on Tuesday by Nigeria Bureau of Statistics, disclosed that on a month-on-month basis, […] The post Nigeria’s Inflation Jumps From 23.18% To 24.23% In March 2025 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March

Oyo, Kaduna, Kebbi worst hit By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s cost of living crisis worsened in March 2025 as food inflation surged to 21.79 percent year on year, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said. In a report released today, the NBS said the inflation is caused by the hike in price of essential staples […] The post Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March -NBS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s inflation increases unexpectedly to 24.23% in March 

Nigeria’s inflation surged to 24.23 percent in March, against analyst expectations.   Details later… read more Nigeria’s inflation increases unexpectedly to 24.23% in March 

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4 w. ago Nigeria business leaders urged to innovate processes for market relevance

Nigerian businesses have been urged to adopt innovative strategies amid inflationary pressure to keep their business floating and stay relevant read more Nigeria business leaders urged to innovate processes for market relevance

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last month Free Online Transactions: Nollywood Superstar Joins Sterling Bank

The banking hall at Sterling Bank’s Adeola Odeku branch erupted in excitement on Thursday as Nollywood icon Uzor “Odogwu” Arukwe walked in, not for a movie role, but to make a powerful real-life statement and endorse the bank’s revolutionary zero bank charges policy. The beloved actor, known for his captivating screen performances, brought his star […]

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last month Nollywood star, Uzor Arukwe endorses Sterling Bank’s zero fees policy

Nollywood star, Uzor ‘Odogwu’ Arukwe, has publicly endorsed Sterling Bank’s policy that abolishes digital transaction fees. With the crowd buzzing in anticipation, Arukwe went to the bank and was greeted with cheers from both fans, loyal Sterling customers, and staff. But stakeholders did not see the development as just another celebrity endorsement, they categorised it […] The post Nollywood star, Uzor Arukwe endorses Sterling Bank’s zero fees policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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