Kaduna Residents Face Food Price Surge, Cut Consumption

Consumers in Kaduna city are lamenting the rising costs of foodstuffs, which have significantly impacted their purchasing power and consumption habits. A survey conducted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) across various markets, including Sabo, Narayi, Kakuri, and Ungwan Boro, revealed that many households can no longer afford bulk purchases.

For instance, Mrs Rebecca Joseph reported that her monthly food budget has doubled, allowing her to buy only a few items. Malam Sani Bello, a civil servant, stated that his salary of N80,000 is insufficient to sustain his family, leading them to eat once a day.

Traders like Mrs Hadiza Lawal noted a drop in sales, with the price of foreign rice rising from N75,000 to N125,000 and beans from N45,000 to N130,000. High transportation costs and inflation have exacerbated the situation.

Vegetable sellers also reported increased prices, with Mrs Grace Simon indicating that consumers now pool money to buy perishables. Overall, the economic hardship is prompting families to alter their diets significantly.