Nigeria's Central Bank Urges States to Curb Spending Ahead of Inflation Targeting
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has called on state governments to adopt stricter fiscal discipline as the country moves towards an inflation-targeting framework. Officials from over 20 states attended a recent engagement where the CBN highlighted the risks of excessive borrowing and unsustainable debt on monetary policy effectiveness. During the event, experts stressed that inflation targeting demands coordinated fiscal responsibility from both federal and state authorities. Without disciplined spending, wage policies, and debt management, price stability could remain out of reach. The CBN warned that heavy reliance on overdrafts and supplementary budgets risks weakening monetary signals and pushing inflation higher.
State governments were advised to align borrowing with debt sustainability limits, refine revenue projections, and prioritise essential spending. They were also urged to synchronise fiscal calendars with broader economic conditions. Attendees acknowledged that unchecked fiscal behaviour at the sub-national level could derail Nigeria’s shift to inflation targeting. Representatives from the participating states pledged their support for the CBN’s reform agenda. They recognised that achieving long-term macroeconomic stability, growth, and job creation hinges on collective fiscal restraint across all government tiers.
The CBN’s push for tighter fiscal coordination comes as Nigeria prepares to implement an inflation-targeting regime. Success will depend on reduced short-term borrowing, improved budget planning, and closer collaboration between federal and state authorities. Without these measures, inflationary pressures could persist, complicating broader economic goals.
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