Nigeria’s Oil Revenue Is Falling Again. The Bigger Problem Is What Happens If Cheap Crude Becomes the New Normal

Nigeria is once again facing the uncomfortable side of its dependence on crude oil. Global oil prices fell sharply after the United States signalled a move back towards diplomacy with Iran, with Brent crude dropping about 7% to settle at $83.77 a barrel on Monday. Nigerian crude was dragged lower after recently trading above $85,…

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Nigeria’s Money Supply Surges as Oil Nears $100, Raising Fresh Inflation Fears

Fresh concerns are emerging over Nigeria’s inflation outlook after broad money supply continued to expand while global crude oil prices climbed back toward the $100 per barrel mark, increasing the likelihood of higher fuel and transport costs in the coming weeks. Recent financial data show liquidity in the Nigerian economy has continued to rise, reflecting…

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