Federal Government Opens Subscription for ₦200 Billion Bonds to Boost Infrastructure Financing

By Diafa Doubra,

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the opening of subscriptions for ₦200 billion worth of bonds, offering investors another opportunity to participate in national economic development through the debt market.

According to a statement released by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on Monday, the bonds are part of the government’s regular issuance to fund key infrastructure projects and support the implementation of the 2025 budget. The offer includes multiple tenors, giving investors the flexibility to choose between medium- and long-term maturities.

The DMO explained that the bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the Federal Government, making them one of the safest investment options in the country. Interest from the issuance is expected to be used for road construction, power projects, and other capital development initiatives.

Financial analysts have described the bond offer as a positive move that could attract both institutional and retail investors, while helping to stabilize the local debt market.