Finance - 22 NOV 2018
Are Nigerian banks fit for purpose?
We look at the history of Nigerian banks to see if they are satisfying the demands of the credit market
Economy - 15 OCT 2018
Nigeria is going broke
Nigeria's latest budget documents only point to one conclusion - that Nigeria is going broke.
Economy - 01 FEB 2018
Four charts showing Nigeria's Unemployment Problems
We know Nigeria has an unemployment problem, but just how bad is it? And is it much worse in certain regions?
Economy - 11 JAN 2018
Paying for Cheap Petrol
Given Nigerians' addiction to cheap petrol and low political will to change this, subsidies are inevitable.
Governance - 22 DEC 2017
Nigeria is for Sale
The price of poverty is higher in a country where everything is for sale.
Economy - 15 NOV 2017
Is Nigeria's Debt sustainable?
Comparing our Debt-GDP ratio and our Debt Servicing-Ratio raises questions about sustainability.
Finance - 24 SEP 2017
Will the CBN alter Interest Rates?
Statements from Monetary Policy Committee members indicate now may not be the time.
Economy - 16 JUL 2017
VAIDS: Tax Amnesty or Tax-Free?
The recently launched VAIDS tax scheme in Nigeria raises crucial questions about Nigeria's tax habits.
Finance - 03 JUN 2017
Financial Markets Under President Buhari
Financial Market activity has been a microcosm of the evolution of President Buhari's leadership.
Economy - 19 MAY 2017
Exchange Rate Lessons from Egypt
We explore how the Egyptian economy has fared after its decision to float its currency.
Finance - 09 MAY 2017
One Size Fits None
Pension Fund Managers can now invest people's funds in different ways. Is this a positive step?
Economy - 28 APR 2017
Has the CBN fixed the Naira?
With improved dollar supply and a new window for investors, have we put our FX woes behind us?
Economy - 18 APR 2017
Unlocking Nigeria's Agriculture Potential
Our agriculture sector suffers three challenges: access to inputs, access to credit, and access to markets.
Economy - 14 APR 2017
The Oil Recovery and Growth Plan?
The details of the ERGP expose how important the oil sector will remain to Nigeria's economy
Economy - 20 MAR 2017
Why is the CBN selling dollars again?
As global oil prices have risen, the CBN has sold more dollars. Can they keep this up?
Economy - 20 FEB 2017
Kicking the Subsidy Habit
Nigeria, like other countries, looks to be losing the habit of providing cheap fuel to citizens. Will it last?
Economy - 13 JAN 2016
How To Grow
Not all economic growth is equal and how exactly an economy grows has severe long-term implications.
Economy - 04 JAN 2016
The Case for Economic Migration
Allowing poor people to move to rich countries is the most powerful development tool. Why doesn't it happen?
Economy - 23 DEC 2015
There's a Nigerian born every minute
A combination of economic inequality and population growth casts a Malthusian shadow on Nigeria.
Economy - 11 NOV 2015
Regional Trade: The Nigerian Opportunity
Regional trade could be the next frontier for developing countries looking to trade their way to prosperity.
Economy - 06 NOV 2015
The Wealth of States
Calculating GDP for states is another sign of Nigeria's trust in good data to lubricate development efforts.
Economy - 30 OCT 2015
Sub-par Sub-Sahara
A look at the economic performance of Sub-Saharan countries
Economy - 14 OCT 2015
Central Bank Independence
The independence of the Central Bank of Nigeria is crucial for fostering confidence in the financial system.
Economy - 29 SEP 2015
Oil for diversification
Sidelining the Oil & Gas sector would be an avoidable error in diversification efforts
Economy - 24 SEP 2015
Protecting Local Industries
Infant industries sometimes need protection in order to grow – but which should Nigeria protect?
Economy - 23 SEP 2015
China and Nigeria
The Chinese slowdown comes at an unwelcome time for Nigeria but the future remains bright.
Economy - 04 SEP 2015
How to solve a problem like the Naira
The collateral damage from the CBN's battle to stabilise the Naira could have even more damaging effects.
Governance - 29 AUG 2015
My word is my bond
In a democracy, proper governance should take precedence over premature campaign promises.
Economy - 21 AUG 2015
The Opportunity Cost of Spending
Overlooking opportunity costs when making spending decisions is an old and costly economic habit.
Economy - 13 AUG 2015
Nigeria: Dark clouds and Silver linings
Leveraging on apparent disadvantages is often a surprisingly fruitful enterprise for bold entrepreneurs.
Economy - 07 AUG 2015
Energy Lessons From the Gulf
Should Nigeria emulate its Gulf neighbours and deregulate its energy sector?
Economy - 07 AUG 2015
The State of Our Finances
Will moral hazard prevent states from efficiently using the federal government bailout packages?
Economy - 07 AUG 2015
Learning from the Fuel Crisis II: Extortion?
Has the Federal government been transparent in how it handles resolutions in the oil sector?
Economy - 07 AUG 2015
Learning from the Fuel Crisis I: Addicted to Power
The shortage of petroleum products unraveled the extremity of Nigeria’s power supply situation.
Governance - 01 AUG 2015
The Golden Rule
What can the golden rule teach Nigeria as it deals with its current issues?
Economy - 29 JUL 2015
Running On African Time
The culture of African Time discourages business reliability in Nigeria.
Economy - 28 JUL 2015
Home Comforts
How has the 'home-bias' affected local industries in Nigeria?
Economy - 24 JUL 2015
Learning from the Fuel Crisis III: Fair Prices
The federal government's decision on current fuel prices has led to a minor case of market failure.
Economy - 24 JUL 2015
Learning from the Fuel Crisis IV: Subsidies
A combination of low oil prices, frequent fuel shortages and new government has revived the subsidy debate.
Governance - 24 JUL 2015
The Myth of Ethics-free Economic Policy
Economics, and by extension, economic policy, are not ethics-free.
Economy - 24 JUL 2015
Does the CBN know when to give up?
The CBN has ruled out a further devaluation or the possibility of free floating the currency.