food affordability

Lagos Govt Commences Subsidized Food Markets Today

Mar 17, 2024.Mar 17, 2024. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports in a bid to alleviate the economic strain on its citizens, the Lagos State Government (LASG) is set to launch subsidized food markets across all local government areas in the state, following engagements with the Ministry of Agriculture. Starting from today Sunday, March 17, 2024, residents will have access to essential food … Read more

Price of Rice: Top Nine Rice Brands in Nigeria and Their Current Prices

Mar 11, 2024. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the price of rice, a staple food for millions of Nigerians, has surged by 98.47 percent over the past year, rendering this essential commodity unaffordable for many households. The scarcity of paddy has been identified by industry experts as the primary factor driving the continuous increase in prices of local parboiled … Read more