BUSINESS
Why Food Is So Expensive in Nigeria — and What Can Actually Fix It
These are not luxuries. They are the building blocks of what Nigerians eat every day — the ingredients of jollof rice and egusi soup and fried plantain and all the dishes that make Nigerian food what it is. And in the past three years, the cost of these basics has increased so dramatically that a significant proportion of Nigerian families have been forced to reduce how much they eat, cut back on protein, or skip meals entirely.
✍️ NaijaToday Business Desk | June 21, 2026**⏱ 7 min👁 33
