Nigeria’s economy is projected to expand by 4.49% in 2026, reflecting sustained gains from ongoing reforms, stronger private sector investment, and improved macroeconomic stability, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
The apex bank disclosed this in its 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook for Nigeria published on its website on Tuesday, noting that the projected growth compares with an estimated 3.89 per cent expansion in 2025.
“Importantly, the outlook is contingent on the implementation of well-sequenced, consistent fiscal and monetary policies.
“The fiscal policy stance is hinged on the full implementation of the 2025–2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), which is expected to stimulate domestic consumption and investments, and drive aggregate demand and employment in the medium term,” the CBN said.
