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Nigeria's pulse, decoded.
Expert analysis on polls, indices, methodology and policy from the NigeriaPolls research desk. Every dataset is published under CC BY 4.0 — free to read, free to remix, free to cite.
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Naira Confidence Tracker Q1 2026: Full Analysis of Nigerian Currency Sentiment
The Naira has been Nigeria's economic barometer, political football, and daily anxiety for decades. In Q1 2026, as the currency navigates another cycle of volatility, NigeriaPolls conducted its most comprehensive…
2027 Election Early Mood: What Nigerians Are Saying 18 Months Before the Vote
Eighteen months before Nigeria's next presidential election, the political landscape is already taking shape. Incumbents are calculating. Challengers are positioning. Voters are watching — and, according to our data,…
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pulse analysis
Violent Crimes in Enugu: Nigerian Public Sentiment Analysis
Analysis of Nigerian public sentiment on "Violent Crimes in Enugu". Pulse score 95, mood Angry. Based on NigeriaPolls cross-platform monitoring data.
pulse analysis
Gunmen Kill 30 in Zamfara: Nigerian Public Sentiment Analysis
Analysis of Nigerian public sentiment on "Gunmen Kill 30 in Zamfara". Pulse score 95, mood Angry. Based on NigeriaPolls cross-platform monitoring data.
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Nigerian teen trafficked to Ivory Coast loses womb: Nigerian Public Sentiment Analysis
Analysis of Nigerian public sentiment on "Nigerian teen trafficked to Ivory Coast loses womb". Pulse score 95, mood Angry. Based on NigeriaPolls cross-platform monitoring data.
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Violent Crimes in Enugu: What Nigerians Are Saying
Two separate gruesome incidents in Enugu have left people shocked: a man beheaded his mother, and another killed his sister and niece. These violent crimes have sparked outrage and fear.
pulse analysis
Gunmen Kill 30 in Zamfara: What Nigerians Are Saying
A tragic attack in Zamfara state has left at least 30 people dead, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in the region. This has caused widespread anger and calls for the government to take action.
pulse analysis
Nigerian teen trafficked to Ivory Coast loses womb: What Nigerians Are Saying
A tragic story of a Nigerian teenager who was trafficked to Ivory Coast for forced prostitution and suffered severe injuries resulting in the loss of her womb. This highlights the horrors of human trafficking.
policy
Nigeria Security Crisis 2026: Insecurity Perception by Region — Survey Analysis
How safe do Nigerians really feel? Our Insecurity Perception survey of 1,840 respondents reveals the gap between actual security statistics and lived experience across all six geopolitical zones.
poll analysis
Nigeria Election 2027: Early Indicators and Voter Sentiment Analysis
What 3,102 Nigerians across all 36 states think about the 2027 election. Approval ratings, issue priorities, regional dynamics, and key demographic splits from the most comprehensive early poll.
policy
Nigeria Inflation & Cost of Living Crisis 2026: Complete Data Analysis
Nigeria inflation rate stands at 24.8% as of Q1 2026. Our analysis combines NBS data with the Naira Confidence Tracker survey (n=2,047) to show how Nigerians are coping with the cost of living crisis.
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APC vs PDP vs Labour Party: Nigerian Voter Preferences 18 Months Before 2027
With the 2027 presidential election 18 months away, our survey of 3,102 Nigerians reveals current party preferences, zone-by-zone breakdowns, and what drives voter decisions.
education
Education in Northern vs Southern Nigeria: The Learning Divide in 2026
The gap between Northern and Southern Nigeria education outcomes persists. Our Education Quality Tracker survey of 1,620 Nigerians reveals the scope of the divide and what it means for national development.
policy
Lagos vs Abuja vs Port Harcourt: Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which Nigerian city is cheapest to live in 2026? We analyse housing, transport, food, and utility costs across Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt using our Naira Confidence Tracker survey of 2,047 Nigerians.
education
Best Secondary Schools in Nigeria by WAEC Performance 2025: Complete Rankings and Analysis
Every year, approximately 1.8 million Nigerian students sit for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The results are more than individual achievements — they are a window into the quality of…
education
JAMB Cut-off Marks 2026: All Universities Ranked by Admission Competitiveness
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME is the gateway to Nigerian higher education. Every year, 1.5–2 million candidates compete for approximately 500,000 university places. The cut-off mark — the…
methodology
Understanding Margin of Error: Why ±2.2% Matters in Nigerian Polling
You have seen the headlines: "67% of Nigerians believe the Naira will stabilize." But what if the real number is 65%? Or 69%? Does that change the story?
policy
Cost of Living Index: Lagos vs. Abuja vs. Port Harcourt — Where Does Your Naira Go Furthest?
Lagos is Nigeria's economic capital. Abuja is its political capital. Port Harcourt is its oil capital. But which city gives ordinary Nigerians the best quality of life for their Naira?
indices
Youth Employment Hope Index: What the Numbers Reveal About Nigeria's Future
Nigeria's youth unemployment rate is notoriously difficult to pin down — estimates range from 33% to 55% depending on the source and definition. But unemployment statistics tell only half the story. The other half is…
methodology
How NigeriaPolls Conducts Rigorous Public Opinion Research
Every number you see on NigeriaPolls carries a story — not just about what Nigerians think, but about how we know what they think. In a media landscape flooded with unverified Twitter polls and anecdotal reporting,…