Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research

26/05/2026

NISER PROJECTS NIGERIAN ECONOMY FOR YEAR 2026–2028

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), on Monday 25th May, 2026, held the latest edition of the NISER Research Seminar Series (NRSS) at the Institute’s Conference Room to present projections on the prospects of the Nigerian economy from 2026–2028.

The seminar featured both physical and virtual participants.

Declaring the seminar open, the Director-General of Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research, Professor Antonia Simbine, described the projections as evidence-based research aimed at guiding Nigeria through current economic challenges.

She noted that the projections were developed from an assessment of previous economic trends and government reforms, especially efforts to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal.

She expressed optimism that the 2026–2028 outlook would witness growth in non-oil activities, infrastructural development, and economic diversification, while commending the Federal Government’s reform initiatives.

Presenting the paper, Dr. Segun Awode stated that the projections indicate improved economic performance driven by reforms and infrastructure investments.

According to him, the gains would include improved forex inflow, exchange rate stability, increased government revenue, and enhanced trade opportunities, although challenges such as inflation and high transportation costs may persist.

Key projections highlighted include:
* Steady GDP growth
* Declining inflation,
* Improved fiscal performance
* Reduced unemployment rates between 2026 and 2028.

The discussants, Professor Sulaiman Yusuf and Elder David Adeosun, commended the NISER macro-economic modelling team for the quality of the projections while calling for stronger welfare policies, improved social data systems, and greater inter-agency collaboration to support effective policy implementation.

The seminar ended with closing remarks by Professor Oluwakemi Okuwa, who appreciated the Director-General, presenters, discussants, and participants for their contributions to the successful seminar.

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25/05/2026

Join us today for the virtual edition of the NISER Research Seminar Series as we explore Prospects for the Nigerian Economy, 2026-2028.

TIME: 11 AM WAT

Register at https://niser.gov.ng/v2/register-for-niser-virtual-research-seminar-prospects-for-the-nigerian-economy-2026-2028/

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) cordially invites you to its upcoming virtual edition of the NISER Research Seminar Series (NRSS) themed:

𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚, 2026–2028

The seminar will present and discuss NISER’s latest medium-term macroeconomic projections for the Nigerian economy within the context of ongoing economic reforms, fiscal developments, global economic uncertainties, and emerging domestic challenges.

The session aims to provide a platform for constructive engagement among policymakers, researchers, academics, development partners, and private sector stakeholders on the outlook for output growth, inflation, fiscal sustainability, debt dynamics, and employment conditions over the 2026–2028 period.

We invite you to join this important conversation as we collectively explore policy options and generate evidence-based insights for sustainable economic growth and macroeconomic stability in Nigeria.

Date: Monday, 25 May 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: Zoom

Presenter: Dr Segun Awode (Research Fellow, Economic & Business Policy Department, NISER).

Discussants:

Prof. Sulaiman Yusuf (Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Ibadan)
Elder David T. Adeosun (Economist & Former Director, Macro, FMNP)
Kindly register for the seminar via the link below:
https://niser.gov.ng/v2/register-for-niser-virtual-research-seminar-prospects-for-the-nigerian-economy-2026-2028/

We look forward to your participation.

18/05/2026

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) cordially invites you to its upcoming virtual edition of the NISER Research Seminar Series (NRSS) themed:

𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚, 2026–2028

The seminar will present and discuss NISER’s latest medium-term macroeconomic projections for the Nigerian economy within the context of ongoing economic reforms, fiscal developments, global economic uncertainties, and emerging domestic challenges.

The session aims to provide a platform for constructive engagement among policymakers, researchers, academics, development partners, and private sector stakeholders on the outlook for output growth, inflation, fiscal sustainability, debt dynamics, and employment conditions over the 2026–2028 period.

We invite you to join this important conversation as we collectively explore policy options and generate evidence-based insights for sustainable economic growth and macroeconomic stability in Nigeria.

Date: Monday, 25 May 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: Zoom

Presenter: Dr Segun Awode (Research Fellow, Economic & Business Policy Department, NISER).

Discussants:

Prof. Sulaiman Yusuf (Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Ibadan)
Elder David T. Adeosun (Economist & Former Director, Macro, FMNP)
Kindly register for the seminar via the link below:
https://niser.gov.ng/v2/register-for-niser-virtual-research-seminar-prospects-for-the-nigerian-economy-2026-2028/

We look forward to your participation.

14/05/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦/𝗜𝘀𝗿𝗮𝗲𝗹–𝗜𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘁: 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🌍📈

From the fuel in your car to the food on your table, global events are hitting home. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz (where 20% of the world's oil passes) has triggered a massive spike in global inflation and energy costs.
This was the theme of discussion at our recent NISER Virtual Policy Dialogue, as experts gathered to analyze the ripple effects of the crisis.

Why this matters for Nigeria:
✅ Fuel Prices: Domestic petrol prices have risen by nearly 40%, driven by our dependence on imported refined products.
✅ Food Security: Surging fertilizer prices (Urea is up ~50%) are creating new risks for our agricultural sector.
✅ Travel Costs: Rising jet fuel costs are making domestic and international travel more expensive than ever.

Explore the full breakdown of how Nigeria can navigate this crisis. 👇 🔗

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) held a Virtual Policy Dialogue on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, bringing together policymakers, researchers, industry professionals, and members of the public to assess the economic and geopolitical consequences of the ongoing US/Israel-Iran con...

13/05/2026

NISER TRAINS STAFF ON FIRE SAFETY MEASURES

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research, NISER, has equipped its staff with precautionary and safety measures in fire management. The fire sensitization workshop took place at the Institute’s Conference Room with two fire experts from Fire Tamers Company Limited, Ibadan, in attendance.

Declaring the workshop open, the Director-General of NISER, Professor A. T. Simbine, reiterated that the sensitization training was aimed at keeping staff informed and prepared against fire-related disasters within the Institute. She noted that the knowledge acquired during the workshop would also prove useful to staff members in their homes and while embarking on official trips.

The Director-General further stressed that there would be additional training on fire safety alongside first aid training to ensure adequate emergency preparedness and management. She emphasized that it is better to possess knowledge about fire safety than to remain ignorant and commended NISER’s fire marshals for successfully coordinating the workshop and welcomed all participants to the programme.

In his welcome address, the NISER Director of Administration, Mr. E. Udofia, emphasized the importance of the programme to participants. Mr. Udofia explained that the sensitization workshop was organized against the backdrop of a fire retreat organized by the Oyo State Fire Service, where selected NISER staff were sponsored by the Institute to undergo training. According to him, the purpose was to enable trained staff members to equip other staff with the necessary knowledge and skills on preventive safety measures against fire outbreaks and appropriate emergency response procedures within the Institute.

The fire sensitization workshop, themed “Promoting Fire Safety Culture and Emergency Preparedness in NISER,” featured four sub-themes, namely:

Friendly Fire, Fiery Furnace,
Developing a Fire Safety Culture in the Workplace,
Basic Fire Safety Equipment and Their Uses,
General Fire Safety Modules, First Aid, and Other Healthcare Measures, including Practical Demonstration of Fire Control Techniques and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Procedures.
Key highlights from the fire awareness programme included educating participants on the various classes of fire, the importance of switching off electrical appliances in workplaces and homes, regular inspection of wiring and equipment to detect damages, maintaining clean workspaces to reduce fire outbreaks, proper storage of flammable materials, testing fire alarms regularly to ensure functionality, raising alarms promptly upon spotting fire outbreaks, and the installation and proper use of fire extinguishers.

The six NISER fire marshals, namely Dr. Samuel Ochinyabo, Dr. Mustapha Oludare, Mr. Dishon Aliyu, Dr. Benedicta Isunueo, Mr. Kayode Adetunji, and Mr. Opoola Moruf, delivered excellent presentations during the workshop.

Practical sessions on different methods of extinguishing fire were also conducted using blankets, foam fire extinguishers, water fire extinguishers, and CO₂ extinguishers.

Participants were additionally taught CPR techniques to assist accident victims, including the appropriate recovery position, correct chest compression methods, and rescue breathing procedures. An interactive question-and-answer session was held, during which participants asked several questions that were satisfactorily addressed by the facilitators.

The programme came to an end with a closing remark delivered by Dr. Benedicta Isunueo, who thanked everyone for their active participation and encouraged continuous adherence to fire safety practices.

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https://niser.gov.ng/v2/niser-trains-staff-on-fire-safety-measures/

09/05/2026

The Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research, NISER, Professor Antonia Simbine, has reiterated the resolve of Nigeria's premier research think tank to collaborate with international and local institutions for Social and Economic Research to boost the world economy.

The NISER DG noted this on Thursday May 7th, 2026, while playing host to the Director General and officials of Institut National Pour L’etude Et La Recherche Agronomiques (INERA), Republic of Congo, at NISER's Headquarters in Ibadan, Oyo State. Represented by Professor John Adeoti, Head of NISER's Research Management Department, the NISER Director General welcomed her Congo counterpart, Mr. Dominic Kankonde, and his team to NISER.

Professor Adeoti further introduced NISER as Nigeria’s premier research think tank ever since her establishment in 1950 by the Federal Government, maintaining that NISER over time has contributed to Nation building through rigorous research which has reshaped the economy of Nigeria.
He listed NISER's seven research policy departments to the INERA team and termed their visit a triple-headed framework. He highly commended them for the visit and their proposal for collaboration with NISER to carry out economic research towards boosting the economy of Africa and the world at large.

Earlier in his remarks, the Director General of INERA, Mr. Dominic Kankonde, expressed his profound happiness for the warm welcome accorded him and his Team and thanked the NISER’s Director General for such an honour.

He reiterated that he is on call to NISER for collaboration with the sister Institute for capacity building for INERA officials via short, medium and long-term engagement to strengthen the economic sector of the Republic of Congo and African continent.

Mr. Kankonde, concluded his remarks by expressing happiness to be in NISER and extended his best regards to the Director General through Professor J. Adeoti.

The meeting climaxed after the presentation of NISER publications and plaque to the INERA Team and visitation to NISER's Professional buildings.

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https://niser.gov.ng/v2/inera-management-team-pays-courtesy-visit-to-niser/

04/05/2026

ONE DAY TO GO

This monumental virtual policy dialogue on The US-Israel/Iran Conflict: Economic Implications and Policy Perspectives, holds tomorrow

📅 Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM (WAT)
💻 Mode: Virtual (link will be shared in your mail upon registration)

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged on these critical global developments.

Register now: https://niser.gov.ng/v2/register-for-niser-virtual-policy-dialogue-the-us-israel-iran-conflict/

04/05/2026

NISER, NiDCOM Validate Diaspora Study to Drive Evidence-Based Policy for National Development

A major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s engagement with its global diaspora was taken on Tuesday as the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), in collaboration with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), convened a high-level validation workshop in Abuja. The works...

04/05/2026

NISER, NiDCOM Advocate Stronger Diaspora Policy to Boost National Development
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The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), in partnership with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has called for a more robust and coordinated diaspora policy framework to enhance Nigeria’s development prospects.