Buying ten hefty broiler chickens for loved ones this festive season could cost about ₦300,000, revealing how rising prices have changed ordinary acts of generosity. Economic realities demand wiser planning.

Some suggest buying a cow instead, yet a ₦300,000 cow would likely be small, and many families still prefer the unique taste of chicken. Every household values choice.

The rising cost of food reflects deeper economic challenges affecting families, businesses, and farmers. Daily inflation continues reducing purchasing power while increasing financial pressure nationwide. Everyone feels the burden.

What was once an affordable festive tradition is gradually becoming a luxury beyond many households. Families now rethink celebrations, gifts, and spending priorities carefully. Financial discipline matters greatly.

Despite these challenges, hope remains through resilience, wise financial planning, and support for local agriculture. Strong economies begin with productive citizens and thriving farms. Hope grows through action.

Best regards,

Abdullah Opeyemi Akande
B.Agric. (FUNAAB)
GAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Animal Sci. (UI)
RAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Int’l Business (UU, UK)
Ph.D. in view