Nigeria’s headline inflation rate fell to 14.63 % in September 2026, a decline from 15.39 % recorded in August, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) announced today.
The NBS said the September figure represents a modest easing of price pressures across the country, following a series of monthly releases that track the cost of living for Nigerian households.
Inflation has remained a key concern for policymakers and consumers alike, with the 14.63 % rate still well above the central bank’s target range. The drop, however, suggests that recent measures to stabilise the economy may be beginning to take effect.
As the official statistical agency, the NBS provides the most authoritative data on Nigeria’s economic performance. Its latest bulletin, released on 15 October 2026, confirms the September reading and provides a month‑on‑month comparison.
For further details, see the full NBS report on Punch Nigeria.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>