…The OPSN urged the Federal Government and PenCom to focus on policies that promote macroeconomic stability, business sustainability and job preservation rather than introducing measures that could increase costs for employers and workers. Organised Private Sector kicks against pension contribution hike, warns of job lo…
…higher taxes and rising tariffs were bitter pills that would eventually restore economic stability. Yet today, the same government cannot explain how more than ₦210 billion found its way into duplicated and overlapping budget provisions,” he said. He linked the finding to what he called a growing pattern of questionabl…
…Fund (IMF) said in June that ‘ the reforms were improving investor confidence and economic stability, 63% of the Nigerian populace remained in poverty and millions faced food insecurity. The measures have also been accompanied by criticism over persistent corruption and allegations of unbudgeted government spending, ra…
…converged on Lagos to chart a roadmap for translating the country’s improving macroeconomic stability into inclusive economic growth, with strong calls for sustained reforms, greater private sector investment and stronger coordination between fiscal and monetary authorities. The discussions took place at the 14th Busin…
…confidence in the financial markets. However, he stressed that the benefits of macroeconomic stability have yet to filter through to businesses and households. “The real economy remains under considerable pressure despite improvements in the macroeconomic environment. Businesses continue to grapple with elevated produc…
…“The government’s role is to clear the path by creating predictable policies, macroeconomic stability and a functioning rule of law. The rest depends on your investment, your hiring and your risk-taking,” he said. Responding on behalf of the committee, its Chairman and Managing Director of Sterling Bank, Abubakar Sulei…
…products. According to Aliyu, petroleum smuggling remains a serious threat to Nigeria’s economic stability and national security, adding that it deprives the government of critical revenue, distorts the domestic supply chain, encourages artificial scarcity, fuels criminal enterprises, and undermines the gains of ongoin…
…goods could worsen poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria despite improved macroeconomic stability, Osita argued that Shettima could play a greater role in addressing some of the country’s economic challenges. 2027: Why Nigerians no longer talk about Muslim-Muslim ticket – Osita Okechukwu
…growing concerns over the country’s debt burden despite recent improvements in macroeconomic stability. According to the Fund’s Balance of Payments projections, public external debt is expected to rise from $51.9bn in 2025 to $66.5bn in 2026 before climbing further to $72.6bn in 2027. The IMF’s projection broadly align…
…and 4.5 per cent in 2027.According to the report, "Nigeria is supported by improved macroeconomic stability and favorable terms-of-trade effects, though higher prices for essentials are expected to further aggravate poverty and food insecurity." The Fund noted that while growth in sub-Saharan Africa is expected to rema…
…financing was designed to support Nigeria's economic reform programme, strengthen macroeconomic stability, improve domestic revenue mobilisation and protect poor and vulnerable households during the implementation of reforms. The World Bank said the package was intended to support the Federal Government's ongoing refor…
…smuggling, and transnational organised crime strengthen both national security and economic stability. The briefing also reminds us that security extends well beyond the battlefield. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency's dismantling of Nigeria's largest clandestine methamphetamine laboratory illustrates how organi…
…“Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide notes that such indicators, if sustained, may strengthen macroeconomic stability, support currency performance, and enhance investor confidence. “Ohanaeze recognizes relative improvements in security conditions across parts of the Southeast, resulting in increased commercial activity, social…
…the strengthening of local vigilante structures as a strategy for maintaining peace and economic stability. According to the statement, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had assured stakeholders that resolutions from the summit would be implemented and urged community leaders to take active roles in addressing security chall…
…The continued build-up in external reserves provides additional support for macroeconomic stability and could improve investor confidence as the country pursues broader economic and fiscal reforms.