When Nigerians queue at bank counters or tap “transfer” on their phones, they believe their deposits fuel the economy, funding small businesses, mortgages, and manufacturing.
But a deep look into the 2025 third-quarter financial statements of the country’s biggest lenders reveals a differen
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Oluwatobi Ojabello
Oluwatobi Ojabello, PhD, is a dynamic and multi-dimensional Assistant Editor for Economy and Markets with over two years of professional journalism experience. He delivers authoritative, data-driven coverage of fiscal policy, financial institutions and capital markets, using clear analysis to explain Nigeria’s most complex economic developments. His work focuses on macroeconomic policy, financial stability and corporate performance, turning technical issues into accessible narratives that inform both experts and everyday readers.
