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N266bn net outflow exposes confidence crisis as Nigeria’s economy bleeds under Tinubu – Atiku
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points The data shows that in a single month, foreign investors withdrew a large amount of money, resulting in a net outflow of N266. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over the significant decline in foreign portfolio investment in Nigeria.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over the significant decline in foreign portfolio investment in Nigeria. He describes this as a vote of no confidence in the current economic management. According to Atiku, the latest data reveals a substantial net outflow of funds from the Nigerian equities market.
The data shows that in a single month, foreign investors withdrew a large amount of money, resulting in a net outflow of N266.07 billion. Atiku believes this should be a cause for concern for all Nigerians, as it indicates a lack of confidence in the economy.
Further details on Atiku's statement and the economic data are available from the source.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
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