Nigeria Economy
4 LAS News stories tagged “Nigeria Economy”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
Tinubu urges Nigeria to turn economic stability into prosperity at Lagos Trade Fair
President Bola Tinubu opened the 40th Lagos International Trade Fair, stressing the need to convert recent economic gains into growth through enterprise, manufacturing and trade. He highlighted record reserves, falling inflation and a push for domestic value addition.
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LAS News Desk · 9 Nov 2026, 09:10 WAT · 2 sources
Experts warn US dollar strength and election risks may raise Nigeria's borrowing costs
Financial analysts caution that a stronger US dollar and domestic political uncertainty could pressure the naira and increase the cost of servicing Nigeria's foreign debt.
LAS News Desk · 7 Nov 2026, 09:39 WAT · 1 source
Osun ranks 32nd in fiscal performance as opposition criticises Adeleke administration
The Democratic Leadership Alliance has described Osun State's 32nd position in BudgIT's 2026 fiscal ranking as a shameful indictment of the current administration's economic management.
LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 17:49 WAT · 2 sources
Naira weakens to N1,825 per pound as festive travel demand surges
The Nigerian naira has depreciated against the British pound, settling above the N1,800 mark. This decline is attributed to heightened foreign exchange demand for holiday travel and academic fees ahead of the festive season.
LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 09:46 WAT · 1 source