Nigerian doctors’ strike enters 15th day, demanding immediate CBA conclusion and updated salaries as hospitals nationwide struggle to provide essential medical services.
Nigerians are feeling the pinch of rising prices, and the Central Bank is taking decisive action. Governor Dr. Olayemi Cardoso reaffirmed the Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) commitment to keeping interest rates high to combat inflation. This comes after two significant interest rate hikes in 2024, pushing the benchmark lending rate to a record 24.75%.
Nigerian doctors’ strike enters 15th day, demanding immediate CBA conclusion and updated salaries as hospitals nationwide struggle to provide essential medical services.
Analysts say Nigeria’s economic gains are largely on paper, with macro improvements yet to translate into real relief for citizens. Experts urge targeted reforms for inclusive growth.