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Babatunde Fashola - Nigeria's Minister for Power, Works and Housing

Stephen talks to Babatunde Fashola, Nigeria's minister for Power, Works and Housing, about the impact of the slump in oil price. Will Nigeria ever properly exploit its potential?

Stephen Sackur talks to Babatunde Fashola, Nigeria's minister for Power, Works and Housing. A few years ago, international investors viewed Nigeria as one of the most exciting investment opportunities in the world. But things have changed. The slump in oil price has undermined Nigeria's currency, threatened vital infrastructure projects and emphasised how the economy is being undermined by insecurity and corruption. Will Nigeria ever properly exploit its potential?

30 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterStephen Sackur
Interviewed GuestBabatunde Fashola

Broadcasts

  • Wed 3 Aug 201601:30GMT
  • Wed 3 Aug 201603:30GMT
  • Wed 3 Aug 201619:30GMT
  • Wed 3 Aug 201623:30GMT