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Nigeria Sees 67.1% Surge in Q1 Capital Inflows

8/6/2025

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In Q1 2025, Nigeria experienced a remarkable surge in capital inflows, soaring to $5.64 billion—a staggering 67.1% increase from the previous year. Short-term portfolio investments dominated, accounting for 92.3% of the total. The banking sector thrived with $3.13 billion, while the UK emerged as the leading foreign investor, pouring in $3.68 billion.

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In Q1 2025, Nigeria experienced a remarkable surge in capital inflows, soaring to $5.64 billion—a staggering 67.1% increase from the previous year. Short-term portfolio investments dominated, accounting for 92.3% of the total. The banking sector thrived with $3.13 billion, while the UK emerged as the leading foreign investor, pouring in $3.68 billion.