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Nigeria’s Leaders Clueless as Inflation Hits 26.72% – Is the Promise of a Brighter Future Just a Mirage?

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
October 16, 2023
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Nigeria’s Leaders Clueless as Inflation Hits 26.72% – Is the Promise of a Brighter Future Just a Mirage?
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Nigeria’s promise of a brighter future seems to be slipping away as it grapples with a worsening situation. Food scarcity is hitting hard, and our leaders seem to be at a loss for solutions, thanks to a shortage of smart decision-makers in the government. In a recent report by the National Bureau of Statistics, the inflation rate in Nigeria reached a staggering 26.72% in September 2023. This uptick is primarily due to surging food prices and the harsh economic impact of the removal of the fuel subsidy back in May.

The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks changes in the prices of goods and services, jumped from 25.80% in August 2023 to the eye-popping 26.72% we see now. That’s an increase of 0.92% points in just one month. On a year-on-year basis, the headline inflation rate soared 5.94% points higher compared to September 2022, which stood at 20.77%.

Food prices, in particular, have been a major thorn in the side of Nigerians. Food inflation in September 2023 hit a staggering 30.64% on a year-on-year basis, a notable 7.30% points higher than September 2022. The culprits? The prices of oil and fat, bread and cereals, potatoes, yam and other tubers, fish, fruit, meat, vegetables, and dairy products like milk, cheese, and eggs.

Though there was a slight drop in food inflation on a month-to-month basis (2.45% in September 2023 compared to 3.87% in August 2023), it’s still a tough pill to swallow for everyday Nigerians. The decrease was driven by a slower rise in the prices of staples like potatoes, yam, cereals, fruits, and fish.

The situation is undeniably serious, and while we can find some humor in our collective suffering, it’s important to remember that the Nigerian people didn’t sign up for this level of hardship. The government should tread carefully because there’s only so much the nation can bear before the people start demanding change.

Now, dear reader, how are the food prices in your area?

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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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