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Nigerians Grapple With Skyrocketing Tomato Prices, Reaching ₦150,000
Nigerians Grapple With Skyrocketing Tomato Prices, Reaching ₦150,000....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A wave of dismay and frustration has swept across Nigeria as the price of tomatoes skyrockets, reaching an astonishing ₦150,000 per basket, sparking concerns among both sellers and consumers……CONTINUE READING
Previously priced between ₦50,000 and ₦80,000 in April, the sudden surge in tomato prices has left many reeling, particularly with the approaching Eid El-Kabir celebrations. Traders attribute the drastic increase to seasonal fluctuations in tomato production, exacerbated by the onset of the rainy season.
Umar Tanko, a trader at Mile 12 market in Lagos, revealed that the price surge represents over a 100% hike since April. He noted that even lower-quality tomatoes, damaged during transit from the North to the South, now command prices ranging from ₦60,000 to ₦100,000.
Echoing similar sentiments, another trader, Shefiu, operating in Ikorodu, Lagos, highlighted a reduction in tomato supply due to the rainy season, signaling the end of the current tomato variety in circulation. He proposed importing tomatoes from neighboring countries like Cameroon and Ghana to address the shortage.
The impact of soaring tomato prices extends beyond Lagos, with reports from states like Kwara, Edo, Abuja, and Delta mirroring the trend. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the price of 1kg of tomatoes has surged by 131.58% year-on-year between April 2023 and April 2024, with a further 17.06% increase recorded between March and April 2024.
As Nigerians grapple with the exorbitant cost of tomatoes, there are growing concerns about its implications for household budgets and food security. Urgent measures may be needed to address the root causes of this price surge and mitigate its impact on consumers across the country.
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“‘We Stand Firm!’: OK Movement Defies Peter Obi & Seriake Dickson In Explosive Political Showdown!”
The Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement has dug in its heels, declaring that its controversial Presidential Campaign Council is fully valid and operational, directly challenging opposition from key Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) leaders.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This internal political clash follows harsh criticism from NDC National Leader, Senator Seriake Dickson, who dismissed the movement’s campaign council as “nonsensical.” Presidential candidate Peter Obi reinforced this stance, arguing that support groups must not usurp the party’s official role.
In a strong rebuttal, OK Movement Director General, John Ughulu, asserted the group’s complete political and financial independence. Ughulu emphasized that the movement does not rely on Obi or the NDC for funding, stating, “Consequently, the movement does not and has not required any financial support from His Excellency, Peter Obi… to establish or operate its own organisational structure.”
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Assertion of Independence: Ughulu argued that the OK Movement’s leadership and framework operate autonomously and do not require approval from the NDC hierarchy.
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Constitutional Argument: The Director General contended that neither the Nigerian Constitution nor the NDC party constitution grants the party authority over an independent political organization’s internal affairs.
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Call for Respect: While framing the movement’s position as one of “institutional respect” rather than confrontation, Ughulu maintained that the movement cannot be compelled to abandon its identity to appease party leadership.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has confirmed that 24 personnel connected to the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in Niger State will remain in protective detention for two weeks. This directive stands pending the conclusion of an independent investigation by a Federal Government committee.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
National Public Relations Officer Babawale Afolabi stated in an interview that the officers will be kept at the national headquarters in Abuja to ensure they remain accessible to the 10-member investigative panel constituted by Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The committee has been given a two-week window to look into the circumstances surrounding the deaths and submit its official report.
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Protective Detention Status: The NSCDC clarified that the detention is a special directive rather than a standard criminal arrest, designed specifically to prevent any interference with the ongoing probe.
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Suspensions and Custody: Following the deaths of the suspects—who were arrested and detained between September 15 and 16—three additional personnel were identified and suspended, raising the total number of officers in custody to 24.
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High-Profile Personnel Involved: The affected officers under interrogation include the suspended Niger State Commandant, Ajayi Philips, along with various heads of intelligence, operations, and legal units from the state command.
The Corps has emphasized that administrative disciplinary proceedings are running concurrently with the independent presidential investigation.
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“‘The Battle Lines Are Drawn!’: Eric Chelle Unveils Shocking Super Eagles Starting XI For Madagascar Clash”
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has officially named his starting line-up for Nigeria’s crucial Group L opening match in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Madagascar, scheduled for 5 p.m. today at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The squad selection comes as Nigeria looks to bounce back from their previous 2-0 defeat against the Barea at the 2019 AFCON tournament in Egypt.
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Between the Posts & Defense: Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali takes the starting role in goal, backed by a backline featuring full-backs Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi alongside central defenders Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey.
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Midfield Engine: Team captain Wilfred Ndidi anchors the midfield alongside Fulham star Alex Iwobi.
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Attack & Flanks: In a bold tactical move, Chelle handed youngster George Ilenikhena his first international start, pairing him upfront with Akor Adams, while Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze provide width and threat from the flanks.
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Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali
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Defenders: Ola Aina, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi
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Midfielders: Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi
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Forwards: Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, George Ilenikhena, Akor Adams
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