Tag: #FoodPrices
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FCT TRADERS, RESIDENTS LAMENT RISING PRICES OF TOMATOES, PEPPER AND OTHER FOOD ITEMS
Traders and residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expressing concern over the continued rise in prices of tomatoes, pepper, and other perishable food items. Many traders say prices have increased significantly in recent weeks, making it difficult for them to restock and for customers to afford basic ingredients. They attribute the situation to…
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LAGOS TRADERS, RESIDENTS LAMENT LOW SALLAH PATRONAGE AMID RISING FOOD PRICES
Traders and residents in Lagos say this year’s Eid-el-Kabir market activity is slower than expected as rising food and livestock prices continue to affect spending. Some traders told NAN that patronage has dropped compared to previous Sallah celebrations, with many customers complaining about limited funds. Food sellers also said prices of tomatoes, rice, pepper and…
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MIYETTI ALLAH SEEKS FG LOAN SUPPORT FOR BUTCHERS TO REDUCE BEEF PRICES
The Miyetti-Allah Fulaku Yeso Yeso Development Association (MAFYDA) has appealed to the Federal Government to provide loan support for butchers nationwide to help reduce the rising cost of beef. The association said many butchers are unable to buy cows directly from livestock farmers because of limited funds, forcing them to depend on middlemen who resell…
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LAGOS RESIDENTS STRUGGLE AS MEAT PRICES CONTINUE TO RISE
Meat prices in Lagos are rising sharply, and many residents say the increase is putting pressure on family budgets. A NAN market survey found that beef, goat meat and frozen chicken now cost significantly more than they did last year. Some residents say they have reduced meat consumption and are switching to fish and eggs…
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LAGOS RESIDENTS SAY CHEAPER FOOD DOESN’T MEAN EASIER LIVING
Many Lagos residents say even though prices of staples like garri, rice and beans have dropped slightly in recent months, low income and rising living costs are still making feeding difficult. Some residents who spoke in different parts of the state said transportation costs, stagnant salaries and expensive proteins like meat, fish, eggs, tomatoes and…
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COW PRICES RISE TO N2.5M IN LAGOS, BUTCHERS RAISE CONCERN
The cost of cattle in Lagos has surged sharply, putting pressure on both traders and consumers. The Lagos State Butchers Association says the price of cows has increased to about N2.5 million, up from around N1.7 million in 2025. The association attributed the rise to insecurity, high transportation costs, and delays in local ranching programmes,…
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LAGOS LAUNCHES N500 MILLION OUNJE EKO FARMERS’ SUBSIDY PROGRAM TO BOOST FOOD PRODUCTION
The Lagos State government has officially launched the Ounje Eko Farmers’ Subsidy Programme, a massive N500 million initiative aimed at reducing food prices and supporting local farmers. The programme offers a 25% subsidy on poultry and fish feeds, as part of efforts to stabilize food supply and curb inflation ahead of the festive season. Commissioner…
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TINUBU ORDERS FEC TO CRASH FOOD PRICES, PROMOTE SAFE PASSAGE OF AGRICULTURAL GOODS
Federal Government intensifies push for affordable food through targeted transport reforms and food sovereignty vision. President Tinubu has mandated a Federal Executive Council committee to drive down food prices nationwide by ensuring safe, efficient passage of farm produce across transport routes. Minister Sen. Sabi Abdullahi highlighted this effort as central to achieving food sovereignty, alongside…
