The Rest of Africa June 6, 2025 0

Nigerians are Finding it Difficult to Buy Rams for Eid Celebrations Due to Rising Inflation

As Eid al-Adha approaches, Nigeria’s Muslims face challenges affording traditional ram sacrifices due to a cost-of-living crisis and inflation rates over 23%, driven by President Tinubu’s fiscal policies since 2023, impacting festive celebrations and ram sales.

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By Redaction ARPS Media with Agencies

Eid al-Adha is coming, but Muslims in Nigeria are facing difficulties. The cost of living is rising, and ram prices have doubled or tripled compared to last year.

Many families are struggling to afford the traditional animal sacrifice that is an essential part of the celebration.

Ram sellers are concerned about low sales, as the financial burden impacts the festive mood.

Since 2023, President Bola Tinubu’s fiscal policies have led to the worst cost of living crisis, with inflation rates over 23%.