As food prices continue to soar in Abuja and its environs, many residents have resorted to buying yams in pieces rather than whole tubers.
The trend is driven by the rising cost of foodstuffs, making it difficult for consumers to afford entire yams.
During a visit to various markets in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the News Agency of Nigeria observed that yam sellers have adapted to this economic challenge by cutting yams into smaller pieces to meet customer demands.
Alhaji Ibrahim Tanko, a well-known yam dealer in the Dei-Dei market, explained that the decision to cut yams is often due to low patronage leading to potential spoilage.
“Some consumers will come to request yam for N1,000 or even N500, and we are left with no option but to sell the already cut pieces to them; that makes them satisfied,” Tanko said.
Mrs Blessing Ekong, another yam seller in the Dei-Dei market, highlighted the impact of the current economic situation on consumers.
