Traders and residents in Lagos State have expressed concern over the sharp increase in foodstuff prices compared to last year’s Independence Day celebration.
Many lamented that the persistent rise in the cost of essential commodities such as rice, beans, yam, and garri has continued to worsen living conditions for ordinary Nigerians. Some traders attributed the price surge to high transportation costs, inflation, and unstable supply chains, while residents noted that their purchasing power has dropped significantly.
They urged the government to implement effective measures to stabilize prices and ease the burden on households, stressing that without urgent intervention, food insecurity may worsen across the state.