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Nigeria’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) Surges to 22.79% in June 2023, Sparking Concerns Amidst Rising Food Inflation and President’s Controversial Plans

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
July 17, 2023
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Nigeria’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) Surges to 22.79% in June 2023, Sparking Concerns Amidst Rising Food Inflation and President’s Controversial Plans
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In a recent development, Nigeria’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) has shown a notable increase, rising to 22.79% in June from the 22.41% recorded in May 2023. This data was released in the latest CPI report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday.

The CPI is a crucial metric that measures the rate of change in prices of goods and services, providing insight into the country’s inflationary trends. According to the NBS, the June 2023 headline inflation rate increased by 0.38% points compared to May 2023.

Notably, food inflation experienced a significant spike, reaching 25.25% on a year-on-year basis, surpassing the 20.60% recorded in June 2022. Within the month under review, food prices rose by 2.40%, marking a 0.21% point increase compared to May 2023. On a year-on-year basis, the food inflation rate was 4.19% higher than the rate in June 2022, which was 18.60%.

The surge in inflation is a matter of concern for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, who recently declared a state of emergency on food security in Nigeria on July 13, 2023. The President directed that matters related to food and water availability and affordability be addressed within the scope of the National Security Council. This move is aimed at supporting the most vulnerable citizens who are disproportionately affected by rising food costs.

To mitigate the effects of subsidy removal and tackle the inflationary pressures on food prices, President Tinubu’s plans involve releasing fertilizers and grains to farmers and households promptly. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Water Resources to ensure adequate irrigation of farmlands, enabling year-round food production.

Furthermore, the President intends to create and support a National Commodity Board that will assess and regulate food prices, maintain a strategic food reserve to stabilize critical grain prices, and manage fluctuations in food costs. This intervention effort involves various stakeholders such as the National Commodity Exchange (NCX), seed companies, research institutes, microfinance banks, and other agricultural associations.

However, the plans have sparked some controversy among the public. Some question the effectiveness of allocating 8,000 Naira to 12 million Nigerians monthly for six months as a palliative measure in response to petroleum subsidy removal. Considering the surging food prices, many are skeptical about the practical impact this allocation would have on households. The details of the palliatives are yet to be fully disclosed, leaving some uncertainty surrounding its efficacy.

As the country grapples with the impact of inflation on food prices, it remains to be seen how President Tinubu’s plans will play out and whether they will be sufficient to address the rising cost of living for ordinary Nigerians.

Dear Nigerians, I’d like to inquire about the current state of food prices in your locality. What strategies do you believe can effectively combat inflation? Additionally, do you find the President’s proposed plans to address the situation reasonable? Your insights and perspectives on these matters are greatly appreciated

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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