OZIOGU1: There are reports that due to high costs and unavailability of cow and goat meats which most people in Cross River State particularly relish in their delicacies, snake, donkeys and horse meats are being sold in some markets in Calabar and other bigger towns in the state.
This allegation was made during an Efik language phone-in programme on a private radio, FAD FM.
A woman resident who gave her name as Mary Okoko alleged that due to the high costs of cows and goats, some mischievous traders now sell donkey and snake meats to unsuspecting buyers.
She said most people in the state and other Niger Delta States do not eat snakes let alone donkeys or horses.
The callers said they no longer eat quality or good portions of meat as they used to do before now as a result.
In the 1-hour radio phone-in programme, all callers spoke angrily over their inability to afford the costs of cow or goat meats in local markets.
Some alleged that middlemen and union leaders were the major reasons why the costs of cows, in particular, have gone very high.
One Peter Eteng from Odukpani LGA said cow dealers from the northern states have complained that they spend, at least, N500,000 as charges and bribes at checkpoints from the northern states through many other illegal checkpoints in the state before they can offload in local markets and sell to cow dealers in the state.
“High costs of fuel and importantly extortions and taxes at the innumerable checkpoints within Cross River State have added to the reasons why prices of cows have gone up astronomically in the last few years.
“You cannot expect these cow merchants to sell at a loss. Likewise, you will not expect local dealers after buying at huge costs from the merchants, to sell at reduced prices.
“Our state government should intervene by banning too many checkpoints in many parts of the state, especially those ones which are illegal.”
iwaeda: The prices of major staple food items such as tomato, beans, garri, and potatoes rose by over 30% in May, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) food price watch for the month.
The continuous rise in prices of goods and services appears unrelenting as the effect of the economic crunch makes life harder for millions of Nigerians who spend a large part of their income on food. The economy has been reeling from the effects of subsidy removal, exchange rate unification, and higher interest rates amidst a growing fiscal deficit.
According to the report, the average price of 1kg of brown beans (sold loose) increased by 219.05% year-on-year, rising from N629.75 in May 2023 to N2,009.23 in May 2024. On a month-on-month basis, the price increased by 44.77%, up from N1,387.90 in April 2024.
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Similarly, the average price of 1kg of tomatoes rose by 196.92% year-on-year, from N498.34 in May 2023 to N1,479.69 in May 2024. Month-on-month, the price increased by 31.71%, up from N1,123.41 in April 2024.
Furthermore, the average price of 1kg of white garri (sold loose) increased by 200.12% year-on-year, rising from N371.42 in May 2023 to N1,114.72 in May 2024, with a month-on-month increase of 30.87%. Additionally, the average price of 1kg of yam tuber increased by 189.20% year-on-year, from N457.25 in May 2023 to N1,322.36 in May 2024. On a month-on-month basis, the price increased by 16.98%, up from N1,130.37 in April 2024.
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The average price of 1kg of locally sold loose rice stood at N1,608.89. This represents an 189.79% increase year-on-year from N555.18 in May 2023 and a 14.98% rise month-on-month from N1,399.34 in April 2024.
State by State analysis The state profile analysis for May 2024 reveals that the highest average price of 1kg of locally sold loose rice was recorded in Kogi State at N2,528.84, while the lowest was in Benue State at N1,013.59.
The highest average price of 1kg of brown beans (sold loose) was in Plateau at N2,855, with the lowest in Kebbi State at N1,171.21. For tomatoes, Rivers State had the highest average price at N2,100.12, while Katsina had the lowest at N775.02.
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Gombe reported the highest average price for 1kg of white garri (sold loose) at N1,613.29, while the lowest was in Kwara at N825.70.
Increase across geo-political zones Additionally, a zonal analysis showed that the Northeast had the highest average price for 1kg of locally sold loose rice at N1,821.77, followed by the Southwest at N1,698.53, with the Southeast recording the lowest at N1,328.44.
The highest average price for 1kg of brown beans (sold loose) was in the North-Central and South-South at N2,574.52 and N2,293.03, respectively, while the lowest was in the Northwest at N1,379.97.
The South-South recorded the highest average price for 1kg of tomatoes at N2,053.59, followed by the Southeast at N1,643.76, with the lowest in the Northeast at N1,050.84.
The Southwest and Northeast had the highest average prices for 1kg of white garri (sold loose) at N1,294.51 and N1,138.62, respectively, while the lowest was in the North-Central at N1,021.20.
What this means The double-digit monthly increase in staple food prices denotes a renewed increase in food prices after the tepid rise seen in March and April. The spike also defies earlier projections that curve of food inflation will begin to flatten by the end of the first half of the year.
An earlier report by Nairametrics on food prices during the just concluded Muslim Eid celebration saw food prices at a 30year high making the period the most expensive for Muslims in almost three decades.
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Please I really need your advice on how to go about this matter that is really eating me up. We went on a normal date with my girl whom I have proposed marriage to and she accepted it. But in recent time I have been telling her to come and see my parent but was like we are not yet ready, I don't understand it.
Today we went out and she opened up and started telling me areas of my life which she's not really comfortable with and I should improve on them. When she was done she said she needs us to slow things down for now.
I don't really know how to go about this right now. Please I really need your advice on it. I really love this girl and wants to settle down with her. We broke before and reconcile after two years, and we been back for like 6 months now.
Please no insult or curse. Please I need your advice.
Omo na waaaa this kind of government in Nigeria and their people sef.
Firstly, you don't have money to go serve your god in Mecca, secondly, the government that sponsored you, also don't have enough money to even provide food sef!
This people don Carry Ebi pa won go Mecca ohhh. Kudos to Gov Bago for calling this out!
Lanrelagboi: The first ever Aviation Brigade in the Nigerian Army is taking shape with the delivery of the first pair of UH-1 Huey helicopters from the United States. Bringing with it new structure, new doctrine and brand new way of fighting.
Combining the airlift and CAS capabilities of the UH-1 Huey together with the attack firepower of the incoming Cayuse Warrior helicopters, the Nigerian army will be able to mount air assault operations using the firepower and mobility of these helicopters.
In an article circulated on social media platforms on Thursday, Mr Idris praised Mr Tinubu for keeping his campaign promises, removing the fuel subsidy, floating the naira, and other reforms, insisting that the president would make “more difficult decisions.”
The minister said, “More difficult decisions lie ahead before Nigeria is reshaped and growing economically to the benefit of its citizens and the wider continent of Africa.
Spectators: How alleged killer of two missing girls in Abia killed, phone missing, N80M moved from his account by police (VIDEO)
Harrison Gwamnishu, a prominent human rights advocate, has made a startling discovery on social media regarding the recent death of Andrew Ochekwo.
Just days ago, Mr. Ochekwo was apprehended by Nigerian police in Aba in connection with the disappearance of two women. It is alleged that during his transfer from Aba to Abuja, he attempted to flee, ultimately resulting in his death.
Gwamnishu, who has been investigating the matter since the beginning, has now provided an update on his official social media accounts. In a post on Instagram, he claims that the Abia State Anti-Kidnapping Squad treated the late Mr. Ochekwo more like a victim than a suspect.
Furthermore, Gwamnishu alleges that following Mr. Ochekwo's death, one of his phones went missing and more than 80 million naira were reportedly transferred from his account to an unidentified account.
"Andrew was treated like a victim, not a suspect, by the anti-kidnapping squad in Abia State," Gwamnishu stated. "We have reliable information that over 80 million naira was allegedly moved from Andrew Ochekwo's account into a yet-to-be disclosed account."
Gwamnishu has called for an immediate investigation into the officers involved, stating, "The officers at the anti-kidnapping squad should be investigated as fast as possible. After Andrew was killed, one of his phones was missing."
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Breaking News: This is Sad!!! One of The Alleged Body Of the 2 Girls who traveled To Abia State all the way from Port Harcourt to go and See A Wealthy Man Who They Met on Facebook has just been Found, Her Head, Legs and Hands were all Removed! The Wealthy man who Mysteriously passed away some days back in Police Custody while he was been transported to Abuja from Abia was said to allegedly be into Organ Harvesting and he had unfortunately used the 2 Girls whom he lured to their untimely Demise by sending them Money online, Before their family raised alarm and declared them missing !
Glimpsetv: Just like the popular saying that there's dignity in labor, for a thief, it's not so.
In this short video, a man was caught stealing and was treated to a surprise meal. The community decided to feed the thief with fresh pepper and hot water. The thief can be seen eating the pepper and washing it down with hot water as if he were having bread and tea.
What do you think about this kind of punishment for a thief? Well served or not? Feel free to comment your thoughts below.
unique456: 38-yr-old man returns to primary school after he was dumped by wife for being uneducated
A 38-year-old man identified as John has inspires a lot of people as he returns to school after suffering a heartbreak from a woman he once loved.
According to sources, John uuwas married with two kids, but at some point, the lady left him for another man over claims of being uneducated.
Motivated by his pain, the man decided to return to school to get an education. It was reported that when John had enrolled, the pupils thought he was their teacher due to his grown figure.
Although he is being derided for his decision; John, however, believes he’d be done with his schooling by 50.
His story has elicited praises from netizens; Debbie Fisher wrote: “Congratulations on making your life better. I’m so proud of you. Keep up the good work.”
Hey_Jake wrote: “Such determination is rare to find. The only loser here is John’s wife and I hope he finds a wife with equal determination in life. The ability to get back up and never give up. That’s really cool.”
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