In this discussion, Olusegun Elemo, Executive Director of the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative, joins Geoff Dubrow to examine the challenges and recent developments in Nigeria’s public debt management and oversight. They explore weak oversight mechanisms, limited public scrutiny, and the constrained capacity of the Auditor-General. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of strong legislative frameworks, active civil society participation, and the role of state-owned enterprises in managing public debt. Elemo highlights the need for constitutional reforms and updated audit laws to enhance accountability and transparency within Nigeria’s public finance system.