# Nigeria pursues trillion-dollar economy amid cost-of-living > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-economic-growth-targets > Updated: 2026-10-25T08:32:22.000Z. Sources: 47. Developments: 9. Nigeria is advancing strategic frameworks to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2030, focusing on infrastructure, human capital, and increased production. While macroeconomic indicators show positive trends—including GDP growth exceeding 4% and external reserves surpassing $54 billion—a disconnect persists between these gains and the daily financial struggles of citizens. High costs for food, energy, and transportation continue to impact millions of households. In response to rising living costs, the National Economic Council (NEC) endorsed a 90-day action plan in October 2026. Chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the plan prioritizes food affordability, tax harmonization, the completion of high-impact projects, and the removal of investment barriers. To ensure transparency, a national dashboard will monitor project implementation and the use of funds from fuel subsidy removals. The Council also resolved to establish a joint financing framework for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicles to lower commuter fares. To drive growth, the government is prioritizing energy infrastructure. Real GDP expansion targets range from 4.1% per the IMF to 7% projected by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Achieving these depends on increasing crude oil production and securing infrastructure in the Niger Delta. In the gas sector, N1.6 trillion in private investment has supplemented N671 billion in public funding, with the AKK Gas Pipeline reaching 95% completion. Nigeria aims to transition to a “willing-buyer, willing-seller” gas market by September 2028. Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele has also reaffirmed support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), noting that high-potential businesses require “patient capital, experienced investment partners, and networks” to scale. The government is leveraging the Development Bank of Nigeria and the $618 million Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) programme to bolster this sector. ## Claims - Minister of Finance Taiwo Oyedele unveiled the Nigeria Capital Market Master Plan 2.0. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The SEC targets growing the market from N250 trillion to N750 trillion by 2036. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The government aims to expand the capital market to at least $1 trillion by 2036. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The National Economic Council endorsed a 90-day economic action plan. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The plan focuses on food affordability, tax harmonization, project completion, investment barrier removal, and household support. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The National Savings Scheme was launched to expand financial inclusion and encourage investment. (corroborated by 3 sources) - A national dashboard will be established to monitor projects and fuel subsidy fund usage. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The plan targets increasing retail investors from 6 million to 20 million by 2036. (single source) - The number of listed companies is expected to rise from 146 to 250 by 2036. (single source) - The government intends to increase equity market capitalization from 33 percent to 60 percent of GDP. (single source) - The Nigerian Exchange All-Share Index rose from approximately 55,000 points in May 2023 to over 260,000 points by January 2026. (single source) - Nigeria is targeting inclusion in MSCI’s Emerging Markets classification. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-25: Nigeria pledges support for SMEs to reach trillion-dollar economy goal Nigeria's Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele stated that supporting SMEs through patient capital and institutional backing is essential to achieving the nation's trillion-dollar economy goal. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-pledges-support-for-smes-to-reach-trillion-dollar-economy-goal ### 2026-10-22: Nigeria's NEC approves 90-day economic action plan Nigeria's National Economic Council has approved a 90-day plan to lower living costs, boost food affordability, and attract investment through tax harmonization and project monitoring. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-reviews-national-development-plan-to-target-1-trillion-economy ### 2026-10-19: Nigeria unveils Capital Market Master Plan 2.0 to reach $1 trillion Nigeria has launched a 10-year capital market roadmap aiming to grow the market to ₦750 trillion and support a $1 trillion economy by 2030 through increased retail investment and corporate listings. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-unveils-capital-market-master-plan-to-reach-1tn-by-2036 ### 2026-10-15: Nigeria focuses on human capital amid economic reform challenges President Tinubu identifies human capital as Nigeria's key to industrial growth, even as economic reforms and fuel subsidy removals drive a significant cost-of-living and food security crisis. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-focuses-on-human-capital-amid-economic-reform-challenges ### 2026-10-12: Nigeria economic reforms face gap between macro gains and rising living costs Despite improving macroeconomic indicators and projected GDP growth, Nigerians face severe cost-of-living pressures, prompting calls from the IMF and activists for better social support. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-economy-projected-to-grow-above-4-in-2026 ### 2026-10-07: Nigeria economic groups urge reforms to drive jobs and $1tn GDP goal Nigerian economic groups urge a shift from macroeconomic stabilization to productivity-driven growth to create jobs and reach a $1 trillion GDP target by 2030. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-economic-groups-urge-reforms-to-drive-jobs-and-1tn-gdp-goal ### 2026-09-25: Nigeria targets $1 trillion economy by 2030 amid investment shifts Nigeria aims for a $1 trillion GDP by 2030. While capital importation rose to $10.37 billion in Q1 2026, most is portfolio investment, prompting calls for more direct foreign investment and patient capital. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-targets-1-trillion-economy-by-2030-amid-investment-shifts ### 2026-09-14: Lagos targets $1 trillion economy by 2052 through private partnerships Lagos State aims to reach a $1 trillion economy by 2052 through the Lagos State Development Plan, emphasizing private-sector co-creation and infrastructure growth. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lagos-targets-1-trillion-economy-by-2052-through-private-partnerships ### 2026-09-02: Nigeria aims for $1 trillion economy by 2030 The APC has outlined a plan to grow Nigeria's economy to $1 trillion by 2030, focusing on infrastructure, production, and transitioning macroeconomic stability into microeconomic prosperity for citizens. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-aims-for-1-trillion-economy-by-2030 --- Cite as: Nigeria pursues trillion-dollar economy amid cost-of-living. 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