The Business NG - July 30, 2025

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BusinessNG Editorial Focus – July 30, 2027

Nigeria’s economic reform efforts continue to be tested by global headwinds and internal structural gaps. As the Tinubu administration marks the halfway point of its term, questions remain about the effectiveness of its fiscal and monetary policies in delivering inclusive growth. While GDP has shown signs of recovery and foreign reserves have stabilized, inflation remains stubbornly high, eroding household income and investor confidence.

This week, BusinessNG turns its editorial spotlight on three critical areas: the real impact of import waivers on local production, the slow progress of FX market reforms, and the implications of rising youth unemployment despite record public investment pledges. We also examine how regional economies—especially in the South East and North Central—are adapting to fiscal decentralization and renewed calls for subnational competitiveness.

Beyond policy, we explore the private sector’s resilience, spotlighting how Nigerian SMEs are adapting through digital platforms, cooperative financing, and export diversification.

Our editorial call is clear: Nigeria must now move from reform rhetoric to execution. Without decisive implementation, the country risks another cycle of policy fatigue and missed economic targets.