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...
Nigeria’s external debt increased by ₦30 trillion from 2023 to 2024, primarily due to the naira's devaluation. As the currency depreciated, foreign debts became more expensive, despite a slight decline in dollar terms. Multilateral lenders, including the IMF and World Bank, remain Nigeria's...
Nigeria's external debt is expected to hit $45.1 billion by 2024's end, with a recent $2.2 billion borrowing plan approved. The rise in external debt reflects fiscal measures amidst economic reforms, while the naira's depreciation has amplified local currency debt burdens, raising concerns over...
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