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Nigerian newspapers review: Businesses suffer as FG’s domestic borrowings surge 90% to N24.7trn
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Nigerian newspapers review: Businesses suffer as FG’s domestic borrowings surge 90% to N24.7trn

Nigerian newspapers report on rising federal government borrowing, which has surged by 90.5% to N24.7 trillion in eight months through August 2026, causing concern among businesses. This increase follows reforms by President Bola Tinubu's administration, which some analysts claim have improved macroeconomic stability. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the electoral commission warns against inflammatory campaign tactics, citing threats from political figures. Meanwhile, The Guardian highlights growing poverty risks due to high inflation and weak currency, while The Punch notes that 26 states struggle to fund personnel costs from internal revenues. The Nation reports on the police reviving efforts to combat crime.

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Nigerian newspapers review: Businesses suffer as FG’s domestic borrowings surge 90% to N24.7trn

Nigerian newspapers report on rising federal government borrowing, which has surged by 90.5% to N24.7 trillion in eight months through August 2026, causing concern among businesses. This increase follows reforms by President Bola Tinubu's administration, which some analysts claim have improved macroeconomic stability. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the electoral commission warns against inflammatory campaign tactics, citing threats from political figures. Meanwhile, The Guardian highlights growing poverty risks due to high inflation and weak currency, while The Punch notes that 26 states struggle to fund personnel costs from internal revenues. The Nation reports on the police reviving efforts to combat crime.

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