Nigeria’s GDP Growth Accelerates to 4.43% in Q2 2026

Nigeria’s real GDP grew 4.43% in Q2 2026, surpassing 4.23% in Q2 2025.

Data from the NBS shows key boosts from agriculture and the oil sector.

Quarterly output accelerated from Q1 2026's 3.89% amid easing July inflation.

Overall growth remains below the federal government’s 7% annual target.

Nigeria’s GDP Growth Accelerates to 4.43% in Q2 2026

Nigeria’s real GDP grew 4.43% in Q2 2026, surpassing 4.23% in Q2 2025.

Data from the NBS shows key boosts from agriculture and the oil sector.

Quarterly output accelerated from Q1 2026's 3.89% amid easing July inflation.

Overall growth remains below the federal government’s 7% annual target.

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