Nigerians are reacting to the shocking rise in chicken prices, with the cost of a single chicken reaching ₦30,000. This dramatic price hike, from ₦3,000 two years ago, has prompted social media outrage, sparking debates over inflation, government policies, and affordable food options for the upcoming Christmas season.
The hashtag #Chicken30k has been trending in Nigeria, sparking outrage and concern among social media users as a result of the soaring price of poultry. The price of a single chicken has hit ₦30,000, a dramatic increase from ₦3,000 to ₦4,500 just two years ago. This price hike was brought to light by a social media post from Cross, who shared photos of his mother-in-law’s poultry business, advertising the chickens at ₦30,000. The post quickly caught attention, with Nigerians expressing disbelief and frustration over the escalating cost of chicken.
Nigerians are baffled by how poultry, a staple in many Nigerian households, could reach such an exorbitant price. Many have linked the soaring prices to the economic policies of the current government, with some reminiscing about how chicken was once affordable at ₦2,500 before recent economic changes.
Many Nigerians have taken to social media to vent their frustration, with some suggesting alternatives, like crayfish, for the Christmas season. The price of chicken has become a symbol of the wider issues surrounding Nigeria's economy, with people questioning how basic food items have become unaffordable for many. The situation has sparked a broader conversation on inflation and its impact on everyday life in the country.
