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Nigeria’s 2027 race pits economic reforms against cost-of-living pain
BusinessDay
Aug 19, 2026 · 04:00 WAT
Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is being shaped by debates over economic reforms, rising living costs, insecurity and the country’s debt burden. The competing policy priorities and campaign environment could influence expectations for economic management, investor sentiment and market conditions ahead of the elections.