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This is not surprising.
But the aim is to place Nigeria into that list in the next decade.

Japan has really fallen from 2nd to 5th wow

Wow, Africa is destined to be poor. Tinubu is destined to make Nigeria extremely poor. TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT.

Omo. Mexico is under rated. I never knew they're this big.

Tinubu told us our economy will hit $1trn in 2030. It took Saudi Arabia all its lifetime to reach $1.08trn. But agbados want us to believe it can be achieved in 8 years.

brain54:
Not surprised about African countries not making the list...


Harvard University in the US alone generates or has more money than some African countries.

It's a pity African countries aren't tapping fully into their potentials.

That aside I am surprised Russia with a the economic and other sanctions was able to make the list and in a strong position too.

As for France the first thing that crossed my mind seeing her name there was how they must have used stolen wealth from African resources to develop their country.

Stolen resources and rare earth minerals from their so called assimilation policies from bukinafaso, Niger etc.

Africa/ns really needs to wake up!

While Africa has been historically exploited, blaming colonialism alone ignores decades of poor governance, corruption, and underutilization of local potential. Harvard's wealth, though large, operates under different rules and isn't directly comparable to a national economy.

Russia’s economic strength despite sanctions is due to strategic planning, energy exports, and alternative trade routes. France’s modern wealth comes more from industrialization and innovation than just past colonial gains.

Ultimately, Africa needs to focus on building strong institutions, investing in education and innovation, and holding leaders accountable to truly unlock its potential.

duduade:
Lailai
Where is cadoso
Let him come and explain

Shebi they say they have been saving billions

With all the crippling saction on Russia the country is still richer than Spain, Australia and South Korea. Na wa oh

DeLaRue:
What is surprising is that the UK is only a few hundred billion from catching up with Japan, and is around $600 billion ahead of France.

I have always wondered how the UK has such high GDP.

These days, you can hardly find anything anywhere that is is 'Made in England' or 'Made in the UK',yet its GDPis nearly 20% more than France. It is quite an achievement.

However, despite a high GDP, it has the most complaining people on planet earth

If you check you tube, you would think it is worse than Somalia the way people there whinge non stop.

The UK's high GDP comes mainly from its service-based economy, not manufacturing. It leads globally in finance, education, media, and legal services, which don’t carry "Made in UK" labels but generate massive income. The country also benefits from global influence and strong intellectual exports.

As for the constant complaining, it's less about suffering and more about a culture of free speech and high expectations — signs of a functioning democracy, not a failing nation.

India's number is 4.19trillion, no wonder they behave like 419

Omicron007:





PA AMODA SANGODELE IS A FIRST CLASS ACCOUNTANT FROM CHICAGO AND HE WOULD MAKE NIGERIA THE BIGGEST ECONOMY IN THE WORLD.

Nigeria that una destroyed teteh. You are calling on someone that has only been on the saddle for only two years.

Apostles of poverty capital of the world can you learn a lesson from the position of India? I'll will not provide any answer until I hear them talk.

No Russia?

Rubyjade:
While Africa has been historically exploited, blaming colonialism alone ignores decades of poor governance, corruption, and underutilization of local potential. Harvard's wealth, though large, operates under different rules and isn't directly comparable to a national economy.

Russia’s economic strength despite sanctions is due to strategic planning, energy exports, and alternative trade routes. France’s modern wealth comes more from industrialization and innovation than just past colonial gains.

Ultimately, Africa needs to focus on building strong institutions, investing in education and innovation, and holding leaders accountable to truly unlock its potential.

You seem to have quoted me just for argument sake...

And to make a point by countering what I said mainly. I see you outlined every single point I made and made a counter.

I never blamed France or colonialism for the current situation of Africa being underdeveloped.

I only mentioned France having developed their country by exploitation of Africa's resources. Both in the past through colonialism and presently till date by getting raw resources from Africa at dirt cheap rate.

Havards wealth is theirs under whatever condition it is under. Is it not? They have more money than some African countries is that so or not?

What ever reason Russia has been able to attain that position should it have been with uncarefull or reckless planning?

France may be industrialised I didn't miss that fact and no nation can truly develop without industrialisation but how did they attain industrialisation in the first place?

Your comment sounds funny to me. But I take it you just felt like talking because I didn't see any reason for your quoting me!

israelmao:
Reno Omrik is invited to the feast to defend Emilokan govt why it has not made to the top twenty in spite of the economic feats being reported daily.

You have destroyed Nigeria long ago. The man at the saddle now is trying to reengineer and relay the foundation but you guys are calling him names.

All those African countries practicing stop and push economics that you love so much did you see them on that list? The economies that are on that list go and find out what they are practicing. Do they have multiple exchange rates? Do they practice state controlled economy? Leave Reno alone. He believes in facts and not sentiments that's why you don't like him.

Lamborghini, Ferrari maker and other Italian brands helped them grow...

PulaPower:
Sure, they’re..

There are more than Made in Italy things compare to Canada, I think..

Italy self nah old taker nah. Dem don teeh for the game..

Where is the 1 trillion dollar economy by 2030

DeLaRue:
What is surprising is that the UK is only a few hundred billion from catching up with Japan, and is around $600 billion ahead of France.

I have always wondered how the UK has such high GDP.

These days, you can hardly find anything anywhere that is is 'Made in England' or 'Made in the UK',yet its GDPis nearly 20% more than France. It is quite an achievement.

However, despite a high GDP, it has the most complaining people on planet earth

If you check you tube, you would think it is worse than Somalia the way people there whinge non stop.

The UK is very rich in the service sector. This sector is a major contributor to most GDPs. The UK is packed with highly trained people both nationals and immigrants. This has always been the strength of their economy.

brain54:
You seem to have quoted me just for argument sake...

And to make a point by countering what I said mainly. I see you outlined every single point I made and made a counter.

I never blamed France or colonialism for the current situation of Africa being underdeveloped.

I only mentioned France having developed their country by exploitation of Africa's resources. Both in the past through colonialism and presently till date by getting raw resources from Africa at dirt cheap rate.

Havards wealth is theirs under whatever condition it is under. Is it not? They have more money than some African countries is that so or not?

What ever reason Russia has been able to attain that position should it have been with uncarefull or reckless planning?

France may be industrialised I didn't miss that fact and no nation can truly develop without industrialisation but how did they attain industrialisation in the first place?

Your comment sounds funny to me. But I take it you just felt like talking because I didn't see any reason for your quoting me!

You're right to call it out if it felt like nitpicking. However, quoting isn't always meant to "counter" for sport. It's to clarify the points being addressed — especially in a nuanced debate like Africa’s development. Let’s now respond with balance, not just opposition.

Yes, France — like many colonial powers — built wealth off Africa’s raw materials during colonization and still benefits today through unfair trade structures. But blaming colonialism alone doesn’t explain why Africa still lags behind.

India, Malaysia, and Vietnam were colonized too — today, they have diversified industries and growing economies.

In 1960, Ghana and South Korea had similar GDP per capita. Today, South Korea’s is over $36,000, Ghana’s is around $2,200. The difference? Industrial strategy and leadership — not historical injustice alone.


Meanwhile:

Harvard’s endowment is $50B+, bigger than some African countries' GDP — but Africa loses $88B yearly through illicit financial flows.

Russia, despite sanctions, still ranks high economically because it leverages energy exports and geopolitical strategy — not reckless planning.

France is industrialized today not just because of colonial wealth, but because it invested in technology, manufacturing, and education. Africa must do the same.


Until African leaders prioritize industrialization, value addition, and accountable governance, the continent will remain dependent and underpaid — not because of the past, but because of today's choices.

The top 10 economy are not natural resources dependent countries. What does that tell you?

According to Reno, Lagos economy is over $1 Trillion now

Rubyjade:
You're right to call it out if it felt like nitpicking. However, quoting isn't always meant to "counter" for sport. It's to clarify the points being addressed — especially in a nuanced debate like Africa’s development. Let’s now respond with balance, not just opposition.

Yes, France — like many colonial powers — built wealth off Africa’s raw materials during colonization and still benefits today through unfair trade structures. But blaming colonialism alone doesn’t explain why Africa still lags behind.

India, Malaysia, and Vietnam were colonized too — today, they have diversified industries and growing economies.

In 1960, Ghana and South Korea had similar GDP per capita. Today, South Korea’s is over $36,000, Ghana’s is around $2,200. The difference? Industrial strategy and leadership — not historical injustice alone.


Meanwhile:

Harvard’s endowment is $50B+, bigger than some African countries' GDP — but Africa loses $88B yearly through illicit financial flows.

Russia, despite sanctions, still ranks high economically because it leverages energy exports and geopolitical strategy — not reckless planning.

France is industrialized today not just because of colonial wealth, but because it invested in technology, manufacturing, and education. Africa must do the same.


Until African leaders prioritize industrialization, value addition, and accountable governance, the continent will remain dependent and underpaid — not because of the past, but because of today's choices.

I know all of these na...

You are just expanding my points.

The only place you got wrong is implying I stated Africa lags behind due to colonialism.

I said France is where they are today partly because they exploited and are still exploiting Africa's resources.

That's why I concluded Africa needs to wake up.

So I don't understand why you needed to counter in the first place.

Lol!

duduade:
Lailai
Where is cadoso
Let him come and explain
Shebi they say they have been saving billions

Yeye talk!
Where is Emiefiele that wrecked Nigeria Economy -where NTrillions of Ways and Means Accounts and+ NBillions if Anchor 🔱 Borrowers Farmers Money Disappeared Overnight!
Do you think Nigeria will Not Feel it or
- Do you think we should just Start Printing Money 🤑 like Zimbabwe or Any Other Countries?
Nonsensical People Are Everywhere

Whatever happened to South Africa that used to attend G20 meetings back then. Blacks have taken over the economy and they are gradually receding economically.

Nigeria, more than likely, is the only African country that'll make the top 20 within the next decade. SA would be next.

DeLaRue:
What is surprising is that the UK is only a few hundred billion from catching up with Japan, and is around $600 billion ahead of France.

I have always wondered how the UK has such high GDP.

These days, you can hardly find anything anywhere that is is 'Made in England' or 'Made in the UK',yet its GDPis nearly 20% more than France. It is quite an achievement.

However, despite a high GDP, it has the most complaining people on planet earth

If you check you tube, you would think it is worse than Somalia the way people there whinge non stop.

Y are u asking this type of questions na?.....Nigerian and African leaders and Nigerians help UK system with money......

Last week ur bubu ( Buhari ) and absulsalam left their hospital and went to UK do u know how much they pay per bed?.....Buhari was alwys going to UK ........do u know how much.....our leaders keep sending their children to UK to school do u know how much?.....thieves in the systems keep investing in UK do u know how much......they deface their country while pump money into another country...... Nigerians views going to UK will make u grown overnight...do u know how much UK govt generate from this exodus......other African leaders and people running to UK how far.....so u see ...UK will continue to make money from idiots in Africa

Money laundering nija no go carry last.

Vision101:
You have destroyed Nigeria long ago. The man at the saddle now is trying to reengineer and relay the foundation but you guys are calling him names.

All those African countries practicing stop and push economics that you love so much did you see them on that list? The economies that are on that list go and find out what they are practicing. Do they have multiple exchange rates? Do they practice state controlled
economy? Leave Reno alone. He believes in facts and not sentiments that's why you don't like him.

APC- led government in a decade plus justification of failure in governance.

brain54:
Not surprised about African countries not making the list...


Harvard University in the US alone generates or has more money than some African countries.

It's a pity African countries aren't tapping fully into their potentials.

That aside I am surprised Russia with a the economic and other sanctions was able to make the list and in a strong position too.

As for France the first thing that crossed my mind seeing her name there was how they must have used stolen wealth from African resources to develop their country.

Stolen resources and rare earth minerals from their so called assimilation policies from bukinafaso, Niger etc.

Africa/ns really needs to wake up!

African countries can't be there cos the loans they take with huge interest rate and conditions to always devalue their economy

Notice, the highest economies are knowledge driven. There's a shift from a manufacturing economy to a knowledge driven economy. These are economies with functional institutions which shaped human interactions. A society that upholds critical thinking against mundane behaviors prospers.

Reno will have something to say about this. He has an idea

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African countries are still doing 40 days prayers and fasting to topple USA in the first position. Their Daddy G.Os promised them and it will come to fruition if they believe and support it with tithes to the pastors' bank accounts.


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Rubyjade:
The UK's high GDP comes mainly from its service-based economy, not manufacturing. It leads globally in finance, education, media, and legal services, which don’t carry "Made in UK" labels but generate massive income. The country also benefits from global influence and strong intellectual exports.

As for the constant complaining, it's less about suffering and more about a culture of free speech and high expectations — signs of a functioning democracy, not a failing nation.

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They made the country politically and financially stable to attract billions from oligarchs.

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