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Inflation eases to 15.39% as OPS flags energy threat
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Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased marginally to 15.39% in August 2026, but the Organised Private Sector warns of a threat from rising energy prices.
- Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased marginally to 15.39% in August 2026, but the Organised Private Sector warns of a threat from rising energy prices.
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- Inflation eases to 15.39% as OPS flags energy threat
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- Left: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
- Center: Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased marginally to 15.39% in August 2026, but the Organised Private Sector warns of a threat from rising energy prices. Read More: https://punchng.com/inflation-eases-to-15-39-as-ops-flags-energy-threat/
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