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Beyond Oil
Lerato Mbele hears from an oil magnate, investor and entrepreneur in Lagos about the country's challenge to look beyond oil to a more sustainable pattern for economic growth.
Africa's economic giant Nigeria benefits from big oil revenues and a huge population. But, the country now faces its worst recession for a generation. Its currency has tumbled and factories are shutting down. In this week's Talking Business, Lerato Mbele hears from an oil magnate, investor and entrepreneur in Lagos about the country's challenge to look beyond oil to a more balanced and sustainable pattern for economic growth.
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Mon 6 Feb 201709:00GMT
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What will it take to make Nigeria thrive again?
Duration: 09:45
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How do you rebalance your economy?
Duration: 03:27
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