In August 2023, Nigeria news was abuzz with President Bola Tinubu’s promise to reduce reliance on loans, aiming to curb the country’s debt servicing issues inhibiting socio-economic development. Despite these intentions, the Debt Management Office reported a sizable increase in debt from N87.3 trillion in June 2023 to N134.2 trillion by June 2024, indicating a N46.9 trillion escalation.
In December 2024, despite commitments, Nigeria secured further loans, including a significant $1.5 billion from the World Bank, intensifying concerns about debt repayment overshadowing essential Abuja news on infrastructural developments. Lagos news highlights how this debt servicing, consuming nearly 50% of expenditure, hampers economic progress and infrastructural advancement, requiring substantial annual investments for impactful change. Original Source
- Key Takeaways:
- Nigeria’s debt increased by N46.9 trillion over a year.
- Debt servicing consumed approximately 50% of total expenditure in 2024.
- The government requires $100–150 billion annually to address infrastructure needs.
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