UPDATED: NBS Website Hacked – What You Need to Know

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) dropped a bombshell on Wednesday when they announced their official website got hacked. Yep, you read that right. The website that’s all about numbers, charts, and the nation’s data insights has been hit by cyber trouble.

Taking to their X handle (formerly Twitter), the NBS made it official with a public announcement. Here’s what they said:

“This is to inform the public that the NBS Website has been hacked and we are working to recover it. Please disregard any message or report posted until the website is fully restored. Thank you.”

Ouch! But don’t panic. They’re already on it, working hard to get the site back up and running smoothly. Meanwhile, they’ve asked everyone to steer clear of any info popping up on the website until further notice. Wise move!

Now, let’s talk about the NBS. For those who might not know, this is the agency that crunches the numbers, analyzes trends, and serves us fresh statistical scoops about Nigeria. These guys are the go-to source whether it’s GDP growth, unemployment stats, or inflation rates.

Recently, the NBS has been dishing out some juicy reports. For example:

• The Nigerian GDP Report (Q3 2024) showed that the economy grew by 3.46% year-on-year in real terms. This is better than last year’s 2.54%, but it also tops the 3.19% growth from the second quarter of this year.
• The Labour Force Survey (Q2 2024) gave us an inside look at employment and unemployment trends. Definitely worth a read if you’re curious about what’s happening in the job market.
• The Consumer Price Index (November 2024) revealed Nigeria’s inflation rate had climbed to 34.60% from October’s 33.88%. Yikes, but also… stats don’t lie.

What’s next? Well, for now, let’s give the NBS team some space to sort this hacking mess out. Cybersecurity breaches are no joke, and they’ve got their hands full.

If you rely on their data, keep an eye on their verified social media channels for updates. And hey, let’s cut them some slack—they’re the guardians of Nigeria’s numbers, after all. We’re rooting for you, NBS!

Stay tuned for more updates on this situation, and don’t forget to share this with anyone who needs to know.