A UK-based Nigerian woman, Faith Elukpo, sparked online debate after revealing the dried meat and fish she bought for ₦500,000 from Nigeria. Her complaint about expecting a full cow ignited discussions on rising food prices, inflation, and whether she was overcharged due to economic challenges in Nigeria.
A UK-based Nigerian woman, Faith Elukpo, has sparked online debate after sharing a photo of the dried meat and fish she purchased from Nigeria for ₦500,000. Expressing her frustration on Facebook, she wrote, “₦500,000 worth of proteins from Nigeria! I was expecting a full cow. All is not well with Nigeria.”
Elukpo’s post quickly went viral, with many Nigerians weighing in on the rising cost of food in the country. Some sympathized with her, while others argued she was out of touch with Nigeria’s economic realities. One commenter noted that inflation has significantly increased the price of goods, making it unrealistic to expect a whole cow for that amount. Others speculated that she may have been overcharged by intermediaries who handled the purchase.
Critics also pointed out that ₦500,000 not only covers the cost of the meat but also expenses such as transportation, preparation, and packaging. Some suggested that had she sourced directly from family members or trusted butchers, she might have gotten a better deal.
This incident sheds light on Nigeria’s soaring cost of living, particularly the affordability of basic food items. With inflation and economic instability affecting purchasing power, many Nigerians both at home and abroad are struggling to cope with the ever-rising prices of essential commodities.
