For over six decades, many African countries have run on the engine of foreign aid. From mosquito nets in rural clinics to textbooks in underfunded schools, donor money, mostly from the West, has plugged massive gaps in basic services.
But in 2025, the fuel is drying up. One of the biggest player
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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.
