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Nigerian Food Vendors Are Secretly Dyeing Unripe Tomatoes Red to Cut Costs

Nigeria's cost of living crisis has pushed local food vendors to dye unripe tomatoes red and serve them to unsuspecting customers.

March 9, 2026

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Terror, Lithium and Bribes: The Illegal Mining Empire Thriving Inside Nigeria’s Deadliest Zone

While terrorists massacred over 100 people in Kaiama, illegal miners were hauling lithium ore out in trucks, protected by bribed security officials.

March 9, 2026

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10 Agribusiness Opportunities Nigerians Can Tap Into in 2025

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s agribusiness sector is widening, offering at least ten high-potential opportunities for...

November 14, 2025

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Nigeria’s Inflation Surges to 24.23% as Food Prices Bite Harder

KEY POINTS Nigeria's inflation accelerates to 24.23% in March, with food prices rising 21.79%...

April 16, 2025

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Nigeria’s Inflation Hits 34.6 percent Amid Soaring Food Prices

Nigeria’s growing cost of living reaches 34.6 percent, as food prices soar, subsidy removal takes effect.

December 17, 2024

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Nigeria’s Inflation to Hit 34.64% as Cost Pressures Mount

Nigeria's inflation is forecast to hit 34.64%, driven by food prices, cost pressures, and sticky core inflation, according to Financial Derivatives analysts

December 14, 2024

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Nigerian Families Struggle as Food Prices Soar Amid Inflation

Nigerian families face severe hardship as food prices soar due to inflation. The government seeks solutions to tackle the rising costs.

August 5, 2024

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Nigeria’s Inflation Climbs to 34.19% in June, Driven by Food Prices

Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 34.19% in June, driven by rising food prices. This significant increase poses serious concerns for the economy and citizens.

July 16, 2024

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More Naira, Less Value: Inflation Erodes ₦7.6 Trillion in Consumer Spending

Inflation in Nigeria has wiped out ₦7.6 trillion in consumer spending, highlighting severe economic challenges and declining purchasing power for households

June 19, 2024

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Nigerian Families Grapple with Triple Economic Crisis

In a season of triple shocks, Nigerian families are battling to contain an escalating...

March 24, 2024

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Inflation Hits Nearly 30%, Highest Since 1996

Nigeria's inflation rate reaches nearly 30% amid skyrocketing food prices and currency devaluation. Government faces mounting pressure to stabilize economy and alleviate financial strain on households.

February 16, 2024

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