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Nigerians owe N2.06 trillion in personal loans as borrowing to survive overtakes borrowing to invest

Personal loans held by Nigerians rose to about N2.06 trillion in May 2026, CBN data shows, as households increasingly borrow to cope with rising living costs.

NYSC kidnap: Ransom drops from N1 billion to N100 million as police say camp is mined with IEDs

Kidnappers holding 20 prospective corps members in Imo State have cut their ransom from N50 million to N5 million each as parents report the captives are being beaten.

Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Under Fire as Labour Slams Scorecard

Labour unions say Tinubu’s economic reforms have worsened hardship, citing inflation, insecurity, and failed promises after two years in office.

Nigeria 2025: Deepening Poverty and Economic Hardship

Budget short falls, inflation and a decline in manufacturing is what the economic experts foresee this year, 2025, which shall be deeper poverty for the average Nigerian

Nigeria’s Economy Deemed ‘Dysfunctional,’ Failing to Meet the Needs of 220 Million Citizens

Nigeria’s economy is deemed dysfunctional, with experts warning that poor governance, inflation, and unemployment are preventing it from serving its 220 million citizens effectively.

Nigerian Banks Hire More Staff, Double Wage Bills Amid Rising Inflation

Nigerian banks are doubling their wage bills and increasing staff in response to inflation, with First Bank’s personnel expenses rising 45% as operational costs soar.

Inflation’s Grip on Nigeria’s Airline Industry: Navigating Turbulent Skies

Nigeria's airline industry is grappling with soaring inflation, fuel costs, and declining revenues. Find out the challenges and explore potential solutions for recovery.

Moderating Inflation: How Harvest Season Eases Pressure Amid Fuel Price Hikes in Nigeria

Nigeria’s inflation rate eased to 32.15% in August 2024, thanks to the harvest season. However, fuel price hikes continue to pose a threat to stability.

Nigeria Ranks 5th Among African Nations Hit Hardest by Cost of Living Crisis

Nigeria ranks fifth among African countries hardest hit by the cost of living crisis, with inflation, currency devaluation, and supply chain disruptions driving up the prices of essential goods and services.

Nigerian Families Grapple with Triple Economic Crisis

In a season of triple shocks, Nigerian families are battling to contain an escalating...

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Nigerians owe N2.06 trillion in personal loans as borrowing to survive overtakes borrowing to invest

Personal loans held by Nigerians rose to about N2.06 trillion in May 2026, CBN data shows, as households increasingly borrow to cope with rising living costs.

NYSC kidnap: Ransom drops from N1 billion to N100 million as police say camp is mined with IEDs

Kidnappers holding 20 prospective corps members in Imo State have cut their ransom from N50 million to N5 million each as parents report the captives are being beaten.

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists kill 15 farmers gathering firewood in Borno’s Marte area, three still missing

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have killed 15 farmers working their fields and gathering firewood in Marte, Borno State, with police searching for three still missing.

N50 million each: Families of 19 abducted NYSC graduates face N950 million ransom demand

Kidnappers are demanding N950 million, or N50 million each, for 19 prospective corps members abducted on the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Imo State on Thursday.