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BREAKING: Economic pressures persist as Nigeria’s inflation climbs to 15.69%

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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that Nigeria’s headline inflation rate rose to 15.69 percent in April 2026, up from 15.38 percent recorded in March.

The figure was disclosed in the bureau’s latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released on Friday.

The report indicates a marginal increase in the general price level of goods and services across the country during the period under review.

More details are expected as the NBS provides further breakdowns of the inflation components.

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Uchechi Eugene is a passionate writer and blogger with seven years of experience, having reported for top Nigerian media houses. A proud graduate of Imo State University (IMSU), Uchechi combines a love for sports and storytelling to create engaging content that informs and inspires readers.

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