List Of States With The Highest, Lowest Food Prices In Nigeria

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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has recently unveiled insights into the food inflation landscape across various states in Nigeria. The data delineates both the highest and lowest rates of food inflation, shedding light on the economic dynamics prevalent in different regions.

Highlighted in the report are states with the highest food inflation rates year-on-year, with Kogi, Rivers, and Kwara standing out at 46.32%, 44.34%, and 43.05%, respectively. Conversely, Bauchi, Plateau, and Taraba exhibit the slowest ascent in food inflation, registering at 31.46%, 32.56%, and 33.23%, respectively.

These findings, encapsulated in the latest Consumer Price Index and Inflation report by the NBS, underscore the varying degrees of economic pressure experienced across different parts of the country. Released on Friday, 15th March, the report offers a comprehensive overview of the inflationary trends impacting consumer prices nationwide.

Furthermore, the report highlights states grappling with the highest all-items inflation rates annually, with Kogi, Oyo, and Bauchi emerging as notable contenders, recording 37.98%, 36.60%, and 35.62%, respectively. Conversely, Borno, Taraba, and Benue exhibit the slowest rise in headline inflation on a year-on-year basis, demonstrating rates of 26.28%, 26.72%, and 27.40%, respectively.

In addition to regional disparities, the report underscores Nigeria’s overarching inflationary challenge, with the country’s inflation rate soaring to 31.6% in February. This represents a significant uptick from the previous month’s 29.9%, as indicated by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which monitors fluctuations in the prices of goods and services.

Of particular concern is the surge in food inflation, which climbed to 37.92% in the month under review, exacerbating the financial strain on households nationwide. The NBS report attributes this inflationary surge to a 1.80% increase compared to January 2023.

These statistics underscore the pressing need for targeted policy interventions to mitigate inflationary pressures, ensuring economic stability and safeguarding the purchasing power of consumers amidst challenging economic conditions.

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