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Former World Bank chief warns Nigeria’s opaque debt deals could backfire
Nairametrics
Jul 28, 2026 · 09:20 WAT
Former World Bank President David Malpass has expressed concerns regarding Nigeria's reliance on collateral-backed borrowing. He warned that opaque debt structures could complicate future debt restructuring processes and potentially discourage investment if debt sustainability levels deteriorate.