FG Borrows N5tn from Bond Market in Six Months
The Nigerian Federal Government borrowed N5.08 trillion from the domestic bond market in the first half of 2026, a significant increase compared to the previous year. Despite high investor demand, the government's aggressive borrowing program has outpaced the growth in subscription ratios.
Why it matters
Increased domestic borrowing reflects the government's fiscal strategy and impacts the national debt profile and liquidity in the local financial market.
File photo: Finance Minister, Taiwo Oyedele
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