Tomato Prices Soar in Nigeria Amid Supply Shortage
International News
August 2, 2024
Nigeria is experiencing a significant surge in tomato prices due to a widespread supply shortage. Gift Okpa, a resident of Abuja, expresses concern over the escalating costs affecting daily meals. Abel Baraya, an agriculture expert, attributes the shortage to unfavorable weather conditions and logistic issues that have hampered tomato production and distribution. The price hike has placed additional financial strain on households and raised concerns about food security in the region.