Breaking: Nigeria’s inflation drops to 15.15% in December 2025 after CPI recalibration

Nigeria’s inflation rate declined to 15.15 per cent in December 2025, marking a significant drop following the recent normalization of the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

The new figure reflects the impact of the rebasing and recalibration of the CPI methodology by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), a move aimed at better capturing current consumption patterns and price realities across the country.

According to the latest data, the adjustment has helped moderate headline inflation figures, which had remained persistently high in previous months due to rising food prices, energy costs, and foreign exchange pressures.

Economic analysts say the decline does not necessarily translate to an immediate reduction in the cost of living but provides a more accurate measurement framework for inflation going forward. They note that while prices may still be high, the recalibrated CPI offers policymakers clearer insight into inflation dynamics.

The development is expected to influence monetary policy decisions, especially as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) continues efforts to rein in inflation while supporting economic growth.

Nigeria has battled elevated inflation in recent years, driven by supply chain disruptions, fuel subsidy reforms, and currency volatility. The December 2025 figure signals a statistical reset and could mark a turning point in how inflation trends are tracked and addressed in the country.