FROM ENTRY TO EXIT: A LEGAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR DE-RISKING PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTMENTS IN NIGERIA
Private equity sponsors investing in Nigeria must navigate a multi-layered regulatory framework across corporate, competition, tax, and foreign exchange laws. De-risking investments requires selecting the right onshore or offshore entry vehicle, choosing appropriate debt or equity instruments, and strictly completing regulatory housekeeping from Corporate Affairs Commission filings and electronic Certificates of Capital Importation to relevant sector approvals to safeguard downside protections.
NIGERIA CONSUMER PRICE INDEX – AUGUST 2026
Nigeria’s inflation picture strengthened modestly in August 2026, with headline inflation easing marginally to 15.39% year-on-year from 15.43% in July. Month-on-month inflation slowed sharply to 0.71%, while annual food inflation dropped to 19.57%. Core inflation moderated to 13.29% YoY and entered slight monthly deflation at -0.06%, highlighting a broader slowing in price momentum across key economic sectors.
GBI-EM Edge: Africa and Nigeria’s Re-entry into Global Local-Currency Debt
The launch of J.P. Morgan’s GBI-EM Edge index, worth US$328 billion, formalizes investment in frontier local-currency debt. For Nigeria, this is a critical re-entry into a global benchmark with a significant 7.40% weighting. The move promises deeper liquidity and lower funding costs for Africa’s largest economy, provided it can maintain FX liquidity and macroeconomic credibility, connecting local debt to global portfolios.
EXECUTIVE BRIEF: NIGERIA FOREIGN TRADE PERFORMANCE (Q2 2026)
Nigeria’s total merchandise trade reached ₦41,444.89 billion in Q2 2026, marking a 5.61% year-on-year increase driven by strong domestic exports and reduced import costs. The country’s merchandise trade surplus doubled to ₦12,596.86 billion. Increased local refining capacity significantly lowered fuel import reliance, though agricultural trade deficits and persistent inflationary risks remain key macroeconomic concerns.
G20 2026: NAVIGATING GLOBAL GROWTH, DEBT AND FINANCIAL FRAGMENTATION
The G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting in Asheville focused on boosting global potential growth, managing public debt, and strengthening fiscal resilience. With disinflation stalling and economic fragmentation growing, key discussions centered on debt restructuring frameworks, non-market trade policies, cross-border payment integration, and regulatory frameworks for emerging financial innovations such as artificial intelligence and digital assets.
NIGERIA’S Q2 2026 GDP: GROWTH ACCELERATES, BUT INDUSTRIAL WEAKNESS PERSISTS
Nigeria’s real GDP grew by 4.43% year-on-year in Q2 2026, up from 3.89% in Q1, driven by non-oil sector strength in agriculture and services alongside higher crude output. However, persistent contractions in electricity supply and sluggish manufacturing performance underscore ongoing structural challenges, highlighting the need for sustained industrial policy support to secure long-term stability.
The Cost of Eating Well: Why Nigerians Need a Protein Savings Plan
As food inflation drives up the cost of essential proteins like fish, Nigerian households are forced to reduce portions and sacrifice nutritional quality. Rather than simply settling for cheaper substitutes, creating a dedicated “protein savings plan” a daily or weekly sinking fund can help families consistently afford nutritious, high-protein meals despite rising market prices.
Understanding the J.P. Morgan Government Bond Index (GBI): Why It Matters for Global Bond Markets
This article explores the J.P. Morgan Government Bond Index (GBI), a crucial benchmark for global fixed-income markets. Since 1989, it has tracked sovereign bond performance in both developed and emerging economies. Understanding its measurement criteria including price movements, coupon income, and currency fluctuations as well as the stringent rules for country and bond inclusion, is vital for investors, asset managers, and policymakers navigating the global debt landscape.
Nigeria Needs a VARA: Building the Regulatory Foundation for Africa’s Digital Asset Future
Nigeria must create a dedicated Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority to manage growing digital asset use. Clear, risk‑based rules especially for stablecoins, exchanges and custody would protect consumers, support innovation, reduce remittance costs and attract investment. A tailored VARA can coordinate existing agencies while enabling tokenisation, fintech sandboxes and safer digital finance and promote stability.
BEYOND CAPITAL ATTRACTION: POSITIONING NIGERIA AND AFRICA IN AN ERA OF FRAGMENTED INVESTMENT
The World Investment Report 2026 reveals a global shift toward selective, strategically driven capital. While developed nations attract heavy investments through industrial policies, Africa and Nigeria face regional divergence and structural constraints. To compete, they must move past traditional low-wage models and prioritize structural reforms, energy reliability, and regional AfCFTA integration.