Episode 15

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29th Oct 2025

Nigeria’s Reform Signals: Confidence Boost, Fintech Surge, and Industrial Ambition

In this episode of 234Digest Audio Briefs, host Samuel Okocha distills signals shaping Nigeria’s economic trajectory.

  • Nigeria exits the FATF grey list, restoring global financial credibility
  • Dangote Refinery announces expansion to 1.4 million barrels/day as it sets to become the world’s largest
  • Moniepoint raises $90M, bolstering unicorn status and pushing toward pan-African fintech dominance
  • FIRS introduces 10% withholding tax on short-term investment interest, ending years of exemptions
  • CBN explores stablecoin adoption amid digital finance recalibration
  • Nigeria’s entertainment and media sector leads Africa with 11.2% growth
  • Financial inclusion rises to 64%

Featuring sound bites from:

  • Aliko Dangote on industrial confidence and energy independence
  • Ross Strike of Moniepoint on fintech expansion and financial inclusion

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  • Recorded in Abuja
  • Produced and hosted by Samuel Okocha

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234Digest Audio Briefs
Navigate Nigeria’s economy in minutes
Stay informed in Nigeria’s dynamic economic landscape with 234Digest Audio Briefs—your trusted guide to business, policy, and market trends.

Hosted by Samuel Okocha, journalist and editor of 234Digest, this podcast offers carefully curated news and insights to help you understand key developments and make informed decisions in minutes.

What to Expect

Each Monday, Samuel distills the most impactful stories, trends, and policy shifts shaping Nigeria’s economy—providing clear context and timely updates for professionals, investors, and anyone interested in Africa’s largest market.

Coming Soon: 234Digest Mini Series

Look out for in-depth explorations of Nigeria’s powerhouse industries. Each episode in this special weekday series will profile a key sector—agriculture, oil and gas, technology, finance, manufacturing, tourism, and the creative industries—offering expert perspectives and forward-looking analysis.

Why Listen to 234Digest Audio Briefs?

• Industry insight beyond the headlines: In-depth coverage of Nigeria’s most vital sectors.
• Expert-led analysis: Drawing on Samuel Okocha’s frontline reporting experience from Abuja and Lagos.
• Time-efficient updates: Get up to speed in minutes—ideal for busy professionals and global observers.
• Actionable intelligence: Designed to inform decisions for investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and curious listeners.
• Accessible explanations: Complex economic issues broken down in clear, jargon-free language.
• Consistent updates: Weekly episodes and the upcoming mini-series to keep you informed.
• Diverse coverage: Robust analysis, expert interviews, and multiple viewpoints.
• Local focus, global context: Understand how Nigeria’s developments connect to African and global markets.

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