Nigerian Man Rearing Chickens for Christmas Sale Faces Low Patronage Amid High Poultry Feed Costs

A Nigerian man and his wife shared their struggles on social media as they reared chickens for sale during Christmas but faced low patronage and financial difficulties. The man spent a significant amount on feeding the chickens, but the high cost of poultry feed and low customer turnout resulted in low sales.

The poultry market in Nigeria has seen a surge in prices, with layers costing between N8,000 to N15,000 and broilers priced at N15,000 to N25,000. The couple's experience highlights the challenges faced by small-scale poultry farmers in Nigeria.