The aroma of ogbono soup, a staple in many Nigerian homes, is becoming a luxury as the price of this popular ingredient has skyrocketed in markets across the country. Naija247news gathered that both traders and consumers are lamenting the escalating cost of ogbono, making it increasingly difficult for families to afford this cherished delicacy.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news understands that the price of ogbono, also known as draw soup, has witnessed a sharp increase in recent weeks, leaving many market shoppers stunned. “Naija247news reports that a kilogram of ogbono, which now costs as much as N2,700 and N3,000. A significant jump that has put a strain on household budgets.”
According to Naija247news, several factors are contributing to the soaring price of ogbono. “Naija247news reports that unfavorable weather conditions, which have affected the yield of ogbono seeds, are a major factor. The scarcity of the seeds has naturally driven up prices.”
Naija247news gathered that another contributing factor is the rising cost of transportation. “Naija247news reports that the increase in fuel prices has made it more expensive to transport ogbono seeds from rural farming communities to urban markets, further adding to the final cost.”
Traders in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities told Naija247news that the high price of ogbono is affecting their sales. “Customers are complaining bitterly,” one trader told Naija247news. “They can no longer afford to buy the quantity they used to. My sales have dropped drastically.”
Another trader, who specializes in selling spices and foodstuff, told Naija247news that the price of ogbono has become so volatile that it is difficult to predict. “The price changes almost daily,” the trader lamented. “This makes it difficult for us to plan and make a reasonable profit.”
Consumers are also feeling the pinch. Naija247news spoke with several families who said they have had to reduce the frequency with which they prepare ogbono soup. “We love ogbono soup, but the price is now beyond our reach,” a mother of three told Naija247news. “We have to find alternative soups that are more affordable.”
Another consumer told Naija247news that the rising cost of ogbono is just one example of the increasing food prices in the country. “Everything is expensive these days,” the consumer lamented. “It’s becoming increasingly difficult to feed our families.”
Naija247news reports that some consumers are now resorting to buying smaller quantities of ogbono or seeking cheaper alternatives. “Some people are now mixing ogbono with other less expensive ingredients to make it stretch further,” one consumer said.
The rising price of ogbono is a reflection of the broader challenges facing the Nigerian agricultural sector and the increasing cost of living. Naija247news understands that the government has been implementing various initiatives to boost agricultural production and stabilize food prices, but these efforts have yet to yield significant results.
