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Economists: Nigeria’s Poverty Rate Will Surpass W’bank 104 Million Estimate

In light of the recent hike in petrol prices and ongoing food supply challenges facing the country, economists have cautioned that the number of Nigerians living below the poverty line could soon surpass the 104 million projected by the World Bank for 2023. 

World Bank Reveals Nigeria’s Poverty Rate Reduced By 7%

World Bank Reveals Nigeria’s Poverty Rate Reduced By 7%   The World Bank has estimated that improved access to internet coverage over three years led to a seven per cent reduction in extreme poverty in Nigeria and Tanzania. This was disclosed in a new brief titled, “Digital...