As the cost of living continues to rise in Nigeria as a result of fuel subsidy removal and devaluation of naira, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has warned of potential unrest in the country. The continental bank also predicted more troubles in other African countries that face challenges similar to Nigeria, such as Angola, Ethiopia and Kenya, following hikes in fuel and commodity prices. The bank gave the warning in its Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook for 2024, even as it projected a 3.8 percent growth rate for Africa in 2024.
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The Sultan of Sokoto, Saad Abubakar who spoke for the traditional rulers said that the economic hardship in Nigeria had reached a level where citizens were hungry and angry.
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