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Nigeria's fiscal strategy: Bridging the gap between optimism and reality

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  The Nigerian government's Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) for 2025-2027 aspire to chart a
The article from BusinessDay discusses Nigeria's fiscal strategy, highlighting the gap between the government's optimistic projections and the harsh economic realities. It critiques the 2023 budget's assumptions, particularly the oil price benchmark and production targets, which are seen as overly optimistic given the persistent issues like oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and global oil market volatility. The piece points out the government's reliance on borrowing to finance the budget, which increases the debt burden and raises concerns about sustainability. It also touches on the lack of significant reforms in key sectors like power, which continues to hinder economic growth. The editorial calls for a more realistic approach to budgeting, emphasizing the need for diversification away from oil, tackling corruption, and implementing structural reforms to enhance revenue generation and economic stability. The overarching theme is the necessity for Nigeria to align its fiscal strategies with actual economic conditions to foster sustainable development.

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