Muhammad Akanji
Muhammad A. Akanji is a Senior Research Fellow and Data analyst at BusinessDay Media with over a decade of experience and a keen focus on Nigeria’s macroeconomy, public finance, and development reform analytics. His writing examines the intersection of data, governance, and inclusive growth, with published analyses spanning monetary policy, fiscal transparency, and social-sector resilience.
His articles provide a thought-provoking angle to socio-economic issues for private-sector executives, development practitioners, and civic organisations on navigating Nigeria’s rapidly evolving economic landscape. A keen observer of geopolitical trends and domestic policy shifts, Akanji brings a data-driven, evidence-rich approach to storytelling; bridging complex economic realities with clear, accessible insight for decision-makers and the informed public.
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From party to productivity: Can Lagos turn ‘Detty December’ into lasting economic growth?
As 2025 comes to an end, Lagos, like the rest of Nigeria,…
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When Nigeria’s tax net tightens who really pays the price in 2026?
Brace for fiscal shockwaves! Nigeria’s 2026 tax reform, anchored by four sweeping…
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Stress test: Mapping the economic pressure points in 2026
As 2026 approaches, the nation faces cautious optimism, yet beneath the surface,…
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Coups, economic crises and the currency of power
Armed men in Cotonou, a grounded Nigerian military plane in Bobo Dioulasso,…
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Tracking the numbers: Understanding Nigeria’s 2026–2028 MTEF/FSP
On 3 December 2025, Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council approved a ₦54 trillion,…
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Nigeria’s Productivity Crisis: Why Hustle Can’t Build a Nation
Nigeria is a country of constant activity, but its economy appears sluggish,…
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GDP unpacked: What Q3 2025 tells us about jobs, prices, and economic inclusion
Nigeria’s Q3 2025 GDP report paints a picture of sustained rebound- albeit…
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Safe School Initiatives under Siege: What Nigeria’s Security Crisis Reveals About the Future of Learning
More than a decade has passed since the abduction of nearly 300…
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