The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) confirms its website was hacked, urging the public to disregard unauthorized posts until restoration. Efforts are underway to secure the platform. The agency recently released critical reports, including GDP growth and inflation trends, underscoring its essential role in Nigeria’s economic planning.
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced a breach of its official website. On Wednesday, the agency shared through its X account that its technical team is working to restore the platform and secure its systems.
The NBS has urged the public not to trust any information currently displayed on the website until it is fully restored. It assured citizens that efforts are ongoing to address the situation and prevent future incidents.
As the primary agency responsible for gathering and analyzing key national statistics, the NBS regularly provides updates on economic performance and inflation trends. One of its recent reports indicated a 3.46% growth in the nation’s GDP for Q3 2024, while inflation data for November showed a rise to 34.60%.
Further updates will be provided as the website is restored, and the agency continues to work on ensuring its digital infrastructure is secure.
