Actress Uche Elendu raises alarm as egg prices surge to N6000 from N4500 recently, sparking an outcry on social media over food inflation in Nigeria. Citizens express frustration and disbelief, highlighting broader economic challenges.
Actress Uche Elendu's outcry over the skyrocketing price of eggs, now at N6000 from N4500 just weeks ago, has sparked widespread reactions across Nigeria. Many Nigerians expressed shock and frustration on social media platforms, highlighting the broader implications of food inflation.
Comments ranged from disbelief and lamentation over the cost of basic food items like tomatoes and pepper to humorous quips about the extraordinary price rise. Some users recalled when eggs were much cheaper, while others criticized the economic policies and corruption contributing to the current situation.
Amidst the outcry, there were calls for government intervention and suggestions for alternative solutions, such as backyard chicken farming.