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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.

CBN Holds Benchmark Interest Rate at 27 Percent

The Central Bank of Nigeria has held its benchmark rate at 27 percent, keeping pressure on inflation while signaling caution on economic risks.

Nigerian Treasury Bills Yield Climbs Above Inflation

Nigerian Treasury bills yield climbs above inflation as investors position for a major auction and markets anticipate softer monetary policy.

Nigerian Bonds Yield Drops as Inflation Slows

Nigerian bonds yield dropped to 15.46 percent as disinflation encourages investor demand, with real interest rates rising and long-term debt instruments attracting strong interest.

Nigeria’s Inflation Drop Fails to Ease Household Pressures – CPPE

Nigeria’s inflation slowdown offers minimal household relief as structural inflation pressures persist, according to CPPE, which warns deeper reforms are urgently required.

World Bank Dismisses Nigeria’s Single-Digit Inflation Target

The World Bank says Nigeria’s single-digit inflation target is unrealistic given structural deficits and volatile food and currency markets.

Breaking: CBN Cuts Monetary Policy Rate to 27% Amid Inflation Concerns

CBN lowers benchmark interest rate to 27 percent, signaling a potential shift in monetary policy amid easing inflation concerns.

Nigeria’s Inflation Set to Decline to 26 percent in 2025 – PwC

According to PwC projections for 2025 Nigeria's inflation rate should reach 26% while GDP growth remains modest and exchange rates stabilize.

Nigerians Are Suffering, Bode George Slams Tinubu’s Policies

Nigeria’s economic woes are worsening and hunger and inflation are rising, veteran politician Bode George accuses Tinubu.

Nigeria’s Inflation Hits 34.6 percent Amid Soaring Food Prices

Nigeria’s growing cost of living reaches 34.6 percent, as food prices soar, subsidy removal takes effect.

Nigeria’s Inflation to Hit 34.64% as Cost Pressures Mount

Nigeria's inflation is forecast to hit 34.64%, driven by food prices, cost pressures, and sticky core inflation, according to Financial Derivatives analysts

Impact of Inflation on Small Business Owners in Nigeria

Inflation is affecting small businesses in Nigeria, from rising costs to reduced profits. Learn how entrepreneurs are adapting to survive in tough times.

Reps Urge Federal Government to Review Multiple Taxation Policies

The House of Representatives has called for a review of Nigeria’s tax policies to reduce multiple taxes and financial strain on citizens, urging alternative revenue strategies.

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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.