Nigeria ranks as Africa’s third-largest external debtor, according to Afreximbank’s latest report. The country accounts for 8% of the continent’s total external debt, which has reached $1.16 trillion. The report urges economic diversification and sustainable borrowing to manage rising debt...
In 2006, Nigeria paid about $12.4bn to its foreign creditors in other to enjoy the $18bn debt write off, from the country’s total external debt of about $30bn. Nigerians heaved a sigh of relieve from the crippling debt overhang.
However, since 2010, Nigeria's debts have been increasing at an...
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.