…triggering a sharp increase in petrol prices and widespread concerns over the rising cost of living. While the policy has been defended by the Federal Government as necessary to reduce fiscal pressure and redirect public resources, opposition figures have continued to criticise its implementation and the use of the res…

…companies while Nigerians continue to struggle with high petrol prices and the rising cost of living. Atiku, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, made the allegation in a statement issued on Sunday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu. He said President Bola Ti…

…proponents arguing that it would cushion the impact of high fuel prices and the rising cost of living. However, Idris maintained that returning to the former subsidy regime would undermine the fiscal gains achieved since the removal of the subsidy and expose the country to the same structural problems that previously m…

…high cost of producing and supplying petroleum products was contributing to the rising cost of living. He maintained that the country’s crude oil should first be deployed to support domestic refining before being exported, insisting that this would help reduce the cost of petrol and ease pressure on households and busi…

…stakeholders. He said it would address major issues such as security, the economy, the cost of living and food security. He added that the manifesto would explain how his proposed policies would be implemented, funded and measured. He urged voters to judge candidates by their records, ideas and ability to deliver rathe…

…identified poverty, unemployment, insecurity, weak infrastructure and the rising cost of living among the major challenges facing the country. He, however, maintained that Nigeria had the human and natural resources required to overcome its difficulties. On the economy, Obi said his proposed administration would priori…

…to the ADC, the government has run out of ideas on how to address the worsening cost of living. The party said the government’s focus on the slight decline in headline inflation did not reflect the reality faced by millions of Nigerians struggling to afford basic food items. The ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam…

…inflation reflects improved macroeconomic stability. However, he noted that the high cost of living persists despite the decline in inflation to 14.53 per cent in July from 15.91 per cent in June, according to the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, Consumer Price Index and inflation report. Reacting to the NBS data, Y…

Economists and financial analysts have explained why food prices and the cost of living continue to rise despite Nigeria recording a second consecutive decline in headline inflation in July 2026. DAILY POST reports that Nigeria’s headline inflation declined for the second consecutive month to 15.43 percent in July from…

…the state, alongside Rokia Doumbia, a noted campaigner known online as “Rose, the cost of living”. Both had been in custody for several years following the airing of a 2023 programme by the journalist dedicated to the economic difficulties facing ordinary Malians. They were handed three years’ suspended on top of their…

…it would raise the minimum pension to N32,000 and cushion the effects of the rising cost of living. The union lamented that some retirees still receive as little as N447 monthly and insisted that no pensioner should earn below the approved minimum pension. While commending the governor for restoring regular pension pay…

…conditions inside Nigerian family homes, saying the president has not merely raised the cost of living but has raised "the cost of dreaming."Atiku Dismisses Oyedele's Defence of Tinubu's Economic PoliciesEarlier, Legit.ng reported that Atiku rejected the defence of President Tinubu's economic policies made by finance m…

…wage could no longer meet workers' basic needs amid rising inflation and the increasing cost of living. "Anything less than N500,000 cannot cater for workers. The current minimum wage is due for review, and we will soon begin negotiations with the government," he said. Also speaking, Trade Union Congress (TUC) Preside…

…but reflect the everyday struggles of Nigerians. “Their concerns regarding the rising cost of living, worsening insecurity, declining public confidence, and the hardship faced by millions of Nigerians are neither partisan nor isolated; they reflect the daily experiences of ordinary citizens across every region of our c…

…servants across the country, many of whom have expressed frustration over the rising cost of living, persistent inflation, and delays in the implementation of agreements reached with the government. With the August 11 deadline fast approaching, stakeholders believe the emergency meeting represents a crucial opportunity…

…questioned the administration’s economic performance, expressing concern over the rising cost of living and fluctuations in the foreign exchange market. “Now, how many people can take three square meals a day? How much were we buying fuel for before? How much is it now? They said they have stabilised the exchange rate……

…the administration’s economic performance, expressing concern over the soaring cost of living and erratic foreign exchange rates. “Now, how many people can take three square meals a day? How much were we buying fuel for before? How much is it now? They said they have stabilized the exchange rate… from how much to how m…

…areas. Despite the progress, he warned that infrastructure deficits, insecurity, rising cost of living and implementation gaps continued to hinder youth development. He reiterated the commission’s call for a technology-driven national Population and Housing Census, describing it as critical to effective planning and eq…

…weeks ago. Burnham promised to “give people some breathing space now, some help with the cost of living”, which he said he would start to announce on Tuesday. He also said his first instruction would be a pledge to “end rough sleeping”, a measure he attempted to implement as a regional mayor in northern England, althou…

…indicated his approval rating had dropped to 37% with many voters pessimistic about the cost of living and the ongoing war with Iran. by Linda Ikeji at 17/07/2026 1:43 PM | Share this Story

…institution in Germany.The applicant must prove that he or she can cover the full cost of living throughout the period of study.At least €11,904 (N18,804,748) must be available in the applicant's bank account during the German study visa application process.Proof of English language proficiency, where required by the c…

…Nigerians with a credible alternative that can restore security, tackle the rising cost of living, revive the economy, create jobs, and return the country to the path of progress in 2027,” Abdullahi said. The party urged its members, supporters, the media and the general public to ignore what it described as ‘agents of…

…during an interview on Trust TV’s Sunday Politics programme, Okechukwu said the rising cost of living and economic hardship have become the major concerns of Nigerians. “Nigerians are no longer talking about the Muslim-Muslim ticket; they are now talking about stomach infrastructure,” he said. According to him, Preside…

…burden on parents already struggling with rising food prices, inflation and the high cost of living. "Parents are already battling to provide food for their families, not to mention quality education. At a time like this, increasing examination fees is simply not right. Rather than easing the burden on citizens, the go…

…rent, utility bills, transportation and other living expenses. He argued that the high cost of living forces many to take on multiple jobs just to survive, leaving them with little savings despite living in a country with better infrastructure and public services. The presidential aide added that while Nigerians abroad…