Macroeconomic Report & Economic Updates

August 26, 2016
Nigeria Economic Update (Issue 36)
Power sector statistics
show a significant increase in power generated from August 12 to August 19,
2016. Precisely, power generated increased by 2.2 percent to 3953.6MW(a
4-month high). Increased water reserves in dams for hydro generating plants occasioned
by seasonal adjustments (rainy season), led to improved power generation.
Additionally, in a bid to further improve and sustain power generation, the
federal government received a $100 million credit facility from India.
However, consistent power supply could be jeopardized if the development is not
aided by improved distribution by DISCOs.
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This 2017 Manufacturing Sector survey provides an assessment of the
Nigerian manufacturing sector, highlighting
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major development in the manufacturing
sector over the last one year. Overall, the
objective of the report is to provide a snapshot
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which will provide a framework for policy
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Program Budgeting Analysis Of Education And Health Sectors
This
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External Reserve
External Reserve: External reserve picked up from its year-2000 level below $10,000 million to above $60,000 million in 2008. However, the external reserve fell deeply in 2010/11 and even further in 2