Nigeria’s public debt continues to rise, with the latest figures from the Debt Management Office showing it stood at ₦159.28 trillion as of December 31, 2025. This represents an estimated burden of about ₦724,000 for every Nigerian.
The growing debt profile is raising urgent concerns about how the government plans to service and repay these obligations. It also prompts critical questions about what future administrations may inherit and the broader implications for the country’s economic stability.
For ordinary Nigerians, the effects are increasingly evident, with potential impacts on public spending, taxation, and the overall cost of living.