The Week Ahead
SBM Intelligence's take on Nigeria and Africa brought to you every week.
Podcasting since 2024 • 92 episodes
The Week Ahead
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Coming with strings
President Tinubu led the charge to strengthen ties with the United Kingdom through a historic visit. How will this deal balance improved trade efficiency with concerns about reliance on UK-linked funding terms?The Central Bank of Nigeri...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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37:48
The money is moving
Fuel prices in Nigeria have fluctuated sharply due to global oil market volatility. How will these global shocks continue to affect Nigeria’s domestic fuel prices and inflation? Nigeria’s ports recorded strong growth in 2025, with ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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30:50
Planning for the future
The Dangote Refinery raised petrol prices by 13% as global oil and gas prices surged amid escalating Middle East tensions and fears over disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. How might rising global energy prices and Nigeria’s domestic reforms r...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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31:03
Everyone wants a piece
The CBN's MPC reduced the benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points while retaining key reserve and liquidity ratios. Will this rate cut significantly boost lending and economic growth in Nigeria?Foreign investment in Nigeria’s manufac...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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29:28
The barrels might be empty
Nigeria’s Communications Minister, Bosun Tijani, says the government will assess MTN's $2.2 billion acquisition of a majority stake in IHS to ensure it aligns with the country's telecoms priorities. What does this review mean for Nigeria’s tele...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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21:09