Nigeria’s public debt rises by N14.39trn in one year to N166.79trn

BusinessDay | 27-09-2026 02:03pm |

Nigeria's total public debt stock rose to N166.79 trillion, an increase of N14.39 trillion in one year. Domestic borrowing accounted for more than half of the total debt. The rise reflects the government's continued reliance on borrowing to finance its activities.

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