Nigerian GDP Expands 3.2% in Second Quarter on Services Sector

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The services sector's strong performance underscores its increasing importance in the Nigerian economy, contributing nearly 60% to the GDP. This growth trajectory suggests that Nigeria is on a path to further economic stabilization, with the sector emerging as a key pillar. The year-on-year improvement signals positive momentum, which, if sustained, could enhance investor confidence and foster broader economic diversification in the country. Nigerians are facing one of the West African nation's worst economic crises in years triggered by surging inflation, the result of monetary policy reforms that have pushed the currency to an all-time low against the dollar and the removal of fuel subsidy. The situation has provoked anger and protests across the country.