Akpan Ekpo
NigeriaeconomistMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Professor Akpan Ekpo is a renowned economist who has expressed concerns about the potential negative impact of proposed US tax legislation on Nigeria's economy, particularly regarding remittances and their role in supporting families during economic hardships.
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Professor Akpan Ekpo is a Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Uyo.
Drugmakers' Finance Costs Jump 47% Amid High Interest RatesThe Punch·Nigeria· 2026-07-26
Nigeria· 2026-07-26Also mentioned
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Prof. Akpan Ekpo described security as a critical requirement for economic growth and investment.
FG raises N500bn emergency security fund amid bandit attacksThe Punch·Nigeria· 2026-06-19
Nigeria· 2026-06-19
Professor Akpan Ekpo expressed surprise at the President's claim regarding local borrowing.
Nigeria’s 2025 Revenue Target Met? APC, Opposition ClashThe Punch·Nigeria· 2025-09-04
Nigeria· 2025-09-04
Professor Akpan Ekpo pointed out the embarrassment of having two budgets running simultaneously.
Nigeria's 2024 Budget Extension: Tinubu, NASS Face CriticismThe Punch·Nigeria· 2025-06-25
Nigeria· 2025-06-25
Professor Akpan Ekpo expressed concern that the bill would negatively affect the Nigerian economy.
Trump’s new bill may slash Nigeria’s $21bn remittanceThe Punch·Nigeria· 2025-06-06
Nigeria· 2025-06-06
