In Nigeria, the cost of living crisis has gripped the country where labour unions are planning to start an indefinite strike.

Nigerian president offers increase in wage for low income workers

Nigeria: Public anger in Nigeria over economic crisis

Nigerian inflation quickened at its fastest pace in almost 18 years, placing pressure on the central bank to extend its longest cycle of monetary tightening in more than a decade... According to data published on the national bureau of statistics' website, the inflation rate rose to 21.9% in February from 21.8% a month earlier. What's causing the surge? WION correspondent Louisa Olaniyi reports.

Inflation in Nigeria nears 18-year high

The Central Bank of Nigeria announced late Monday that the old notes of 200 naira (43 U.S. cents), 500 naira ($1.08) and 1,000 naira ($2.16) will remain legal tender until Dec. 31.

Nigeria's old currency can be used longer amid cash crisis