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SBM Intelligence's take on Nigeria and Africa brought to you every week.
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- No one got there first · 29 min · Season 3 Episode 40INEC has published the voters’ register online ahead of the 2027 general elections, after earlier concerns about its delayed release. How can online access to the register…
- Only deadlines arrive on time · 27 min · Season 3 Episode 39The Q3 2026 SBM Jollof Rice Index recorded a decline in the average cost of preparing jollof rice in Nigeria, offering some relief to households amid rising living costs. Will…
- A bill arrives · 22 min · Season 3 Episode 38Ghana’s teacher unions have suspended their nationwide strike. What agreements or commitments led to the suspension, and how will this affect teachers and students? Ghana has…
- A dodgy letterhead · 33 min · Season 3 Episode 37Ghana has applied to join BRICS as it seeks stronger economic ties with emerging markets. Could closer ties with BRICS and greater use of the yuan strengthen Ghana’s trade and…
- Everyone needs a Kwam 1 · 37 min · Season 3 Episode 36Happy Independence day, Nigeria. Nigeria is officially 66 years old. Kwam 1 has stepped in to reconcile rival factions within the National Union of Road Transport Workers…
- Paperwork is contagious · 39 min · Season 3 Episode 35Ivory Coast has rejected a US request to accept deportees who are not Ivorian citizens. The decision highlights tensions over US deportation policies. Should African countries…
- The new national sport · 40 min · Season 3 Episode 34China remains a major trading partner for Nigeria, accounting for about 40% of the country’s total imports. What does Nigeria’s dependence on Chinese imports mean for local…
- Some things sell better unaudited · 16 min · Season 3 Episode 33Ghana’s gold exports rose 49% to $12.5 billion, with gold accounting for 99.9% of exports to South Africa. What is driving this growth, and what does Ghana’s reliance on gold…
- Not on speaking terms · 29 min · Season 3 Episode 32Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the Nigerian government to account for the savings from fuel subsidy removal and explain how the funds are being used. What…
- Drama always around the corner · 32 min · Season 3 Episode 31The Nigerian Economic Summit Group has warned that excessive pre-election spending could threaten Nigeria’s economic stability, urging greater fiscal discipline ahead of the 2027…
- Chaos with better branding · 23 min · Season 3 Episode 30The US has lifted restrictions on Nigerian ports, potentially boosting trade, improving port operations and strengthening economic relations. How could this affect Nigeria’s…
- Needing therapy · 22 min · Season 3 Episode 29The Nigerian Army has declared senior ISWAP leaders wanted as part of efforts to disrupt the group’s leadership and operations in the North-East. Can targeting ISWAP’s leadership…
- On the line · 29 min · Season 3 Episode 28Nigeria's Presidency and Catholic Bishops in the country have exchanged heated public statements over the state of the country. Does constructive criticism from religious leaders…
- Providence · 31 min · Season 3 Episode 27Chad has announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, arguing that the court has unfairly targeted African countries. What could Chad's exit from the ICC mean…
- Compass point · 34 min · Season 3 Episode 26The US House of Representatives passed a measure to stop aid to Nigeria, a move that could shape future cooperation between both countries. How could changes in US aid affect…
- The only thing not rising · 26 min · Season 3 Episode 25Nigeria's crude oil production has reached a six-year high, exceeding its OPEC quota and signalling a recovery in the oil sector. At the same time, Dangote Refinery has started…
- Traffic · 29 min · Season 3 Episode 24Nigeria Customs' revenue rose by 28.85%, while the NNPC's revenue fell by 13%. What do these contrasting performances mean for Nigeria's economy? Meanwhile, Nigeria has opened a…
- The water level · 32 min · Season 3 Episode 23Credit to Nigeria's government has increased sharply as the country seeks a new Eurobond. Will increased borrowing strengthen Nigeria's economy or deepen its debt challenges? The…
- Reforming, expanding and dealing · 26 min · Season 3 Episode 22More African countries are using the Chinese yuan for trade with China, deepening China's economic influence on the continent. Should Africa rely less on the US dollar? Ivory…
- Living on a prayer · 27 min · Season 3 Episode 21Benin’s new President, Romuald Wadagni, has commenced a subregional tour to strengthen diplomatic relations, promote economic cooperation, and address regional security…
