Cost of living crisis reshapes Eid spending in Nigeria
The cost of living crisis in Nigeria is significantly impacting Eid celebrations as families adjust their spending. Many are forgoing traditional practices such as traveling home or purchasing livestock for the festivities. Rising food and transport costs are leading to a more subdued observance of the holiday this year.
- ▪Families in Nigeria are cutting back on Eid celebrations due to high costs.
- ▪Transportation costs have increased significantly, making travel home for Eid unaffordable for many.
- ▪Livestock sellers are experiencing slow sales as buyers are deterred by rising prices.
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News|Business and EconomyCost of living crisis reshapes Eid spending in NigeriaHigh costs in Nigeria are reshaping Eid preparations as families adjust spending and cut back on celebrations.ListenListen (4 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoMen gaze at a flock of sheep at the Kubwa Sallah market by the Federal Housing junction along the Dutse Road, in Abuja, Nigeria [Hussain Wahab/Al Jazeera]By Hussain WahabPublished On 26 May 202626 May 2026Abuja, Nigeria – Seated on a plastic chair inside his modest madrassa in Abuja, Yunus Akanji listened as children recited verses from the holy Quran in soft, rhythmic tones.
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