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inflation drop: Relief remains elusive–Citizens

By Idowu KayodeDespite the latest decline in Nigeria’s headline inflation rate, many citizens say the development has yet to translate into any meaningful improvement in their economic reality, with households continuing to grapple with high food, transport, energy and other living costs.The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said on Tuesday that headline inflation fell
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Inflation drops to 15.39%

By Kayode Idowu Nigeria’s headline inflation rate declined marginally to 15.39 per cent in August 2026, representing a 0.04 percentage-point decrease from the 15.43 per cent recorded in July.The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) disclosed this on Tuesday in its Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for August 2026.According to the statistics agency, the latest figure […]
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Inflation drops to 15.39%

By Kayode Idowu Nigeria’s headline inflation rate declined marginally to 15.39 per cent in August 2026, representing a 0.04 percentage-point decrease from the 15.43 per cent recorded in July.The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) disclosed this on Tuesday in its Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for August 2026.According to the statistics agency, the latest figure […]
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Outrage over N1,400/L petrol

By Kayode IdowuThere is growing outrage among Nigerians as the price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, has surged beyond N1,400 per litre in several parts of the country, triggering fresh concerns over transportation costs, food prices and the worsening cost-of-living crisis. The latest increase has been particularly pronounced in Abuja, where some […]