Economy
Full List As Prices Of Onions, Beans, Others Crash In FCT Markets, Environs
Full List As Prices Of Onions, Beans, Others Crash In FCT Markets, Environs
Full List as prices of onions, beans, others crash in FCT markets, environs. Correspondents who visited various markets in FCT and its environs reported that the prices vary depending on the market and its location.
Prices of food items are gradually dropping in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) markets and environs, a News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) survey reveals.
Correspondents who visited various markets in FCT and its environs reported that the prices vary depending on the market and its location.
Food prices tend to be higher in markets in the city centres than those in the satellite towns.
At the Kado market, a 50kg bag of rice, which sold between N97,000 and N100,000 in January, is now being sold for N87,000, while a 25kg bag formally sold between N45,000 and N50,000 was now being sold for N43,500 depending on the brand.
In Garki market located at the city centre, a bag of 50 kg rice was now being sold between N81,000 to N83,000 as against N92,000 in January, while a 25kg bag now sells for between N42,000 and N43,000 as against N45,000 sold in January.
In Nyanya market, located in the satellite town, a 50 kg bag of rice was formally sold between N90,000 and N93,000 in January, and it was now being sold between N70,000 and N83,000, depending on the brand.
A 50 kg bag of rice sold for N105,000 at Apo fish market had crashed to N93,000.
At the popular Orange market on the Abuja-Keffi expressway, a bag of onions sold between N90,000 and N100,000 as of January was now being sold between N50,000 and N55,000.
In Garki market, a bag of onions sold between N180,000 and N200,000 as of January now goes for between N55,000 and N60,000.
In Karu market, located in FCT satellite town, a bag of Bendel (yellow) garri was sold at N55,000 against N57,000 to N60,000 in January.
For red oil, a 25-litre keg sold between N75,000 and N83,000 in January was sold between N55,000 and N50,000 in the Nyanya market.
In Apo fish market, a 25-litre Terra groundnut oil formerly sold for N88,000 now goes for N84,000.
A four-litre keg of groundnut oil was now being sold for N15,500, which was against its former price of between N17,500 and N20,000, depending on the brand.
Also, a big bag of white beans initially sold between N200,000 and N150,000 now sells between N115,000 and N120,000 at Kado market.
A module of white beans formally sold between N2,100 and N2,300 in January was sold between N1,700 and N1,800, respectively.
At Orozo market, a module of brown beans formally sold between N2,200 and N2,800 was now sold for between N1,800 and N2,000.
However, food items like yams, pepper, combo and plantain had increased compared to their prices in January.
At the Wuse market, five pieces of medium-sized yams sold between N8,000 and N10,000 were now being sold for N15,000.
FCT Markets
At Lugbe and Orozo markets, the same size of yams formally sold for between N6,000 and N7,000 were now sold for N10,000.
Also, a bunch of plantain sold for N6,000 was now being sold for between N8,000 and N9,000.
A big bag of pepper was now being sold for N73,000 as against N31,000 in January.
A big basket of shombo was sold at N36,000 against N30,000 in January.
Amina Suleiman, a mother of four, said that although prices of some food items in the market were dropping, the decrease was insignificant.
“The government needs to do more in the area of security to enable farmers to farm more, improve infrastructure and ensure incentives to farmers.
“All these will reduce the cost of production and, in turn, further reduce the cost of food prices for the good of all Nigerians,” Ms Suleiman said.
Albert Okoro, a rice wholesaler in the Garki market, attributed the price drop to the slight reduction in fuel prices.
EFCC Arraigned Woman In Borno Over Alleged N6.8m Romance Scam
EFCC arraigned woman in Borno over alleged N6.8m romance scam. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Catherine Ijeoma Ugwu before Justice Aisha Kumaliya of the Borno State High Court, Maiduguri, over allegations of a N6.8 million fraud.
Ugwu was charged on Monday, March 17, 2025, in connection with a romance scam in which she allegedly deceived a victim, Emmanuel Ani, by posing as his fiancée, “Miss Chinansa.”
The EFCC filed a four-count charge against her, including obtaining by false pretence, criminal misappropriation, and impersonation.
According to the anti-graft agency, between June 2023 and August 2024, Ugwu fraudulently obtained N6,710,300 from Ani under the guise of supporting his supposed fiancée.
Upon hearing the charges, Ugwu pleaded not guilty.
Court Remands Ugwu, Trial Set for April 8
EFCC Arraigned Woman
Following her plea, prosecution counsel S.O. Saka and Faruku Muhammad urged the court to set a trial date and remand the defendant in a correctional facility. Justice Kumaliya granted the request, adjourning the trial until April 8, 2025.
The EFCC disclosed that Ugwu failed to return or account for the money when confronted by the petitioner.
The commission reiterated its commitment to tackling financial crimes, particularly scams involving deception and impersonation.
Government Directs Verification Of March Salaries Before Payment In Kano
Government directs verification of March salaries before payment in Kano. The Kano State Government has mandated civil servants to verify their March salaries before disbursement.
Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Faruk Umar Ibrahim, announced the directive on Monday, citing concerns over deductions and irregularities in January and February salaries.
“To ensure transparency and fairness, all civil servants must confirm their salary details through their respective Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and report any discrepancies,” Ibrahim stated.
Salary lists will be displayed at key locations within MDAs and all 44 local government secretariats to facilitate the process.
A committee, led by Head of Service Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, has been set up to oversee the verification and expedite payments.
Kano State
Acknowledging the approaching Eid-el-Fitr celebration, Ibrahim assured workers that efforts were underway to ensure timely salary payments.
He also emphasized that the exercise would not disrupt government operations.
PUMA Replaces Nike as Premier League’s Official Ball Supplier In 2025/26 Season
PUMA replaces Nike as premier league’s official ball supplier in 2025/26 season. Global sportswear brand PUMA has secured a major deal with the Premier League, becoming its Official Ball Supplier starting from the 2025/26 season.
Announced on Monday, this partnership sees PUMA take over from Nike, which has supplied match balls for the league for over two decades.
The agreement will not only place PUMA’s ball at the heart of every Premier League match but also involve collaborations on grassroots programs, high-profile marketing campaigns, and events like the Premier League Summer Series in the U.S.
PUMA CEO Arne Freundt described the deal as a significant step in the company’s efforts to elevate its brand in elite football.
“With PUMA’s ball at the center of attention during every match, we will create unforgettable moments for players and fans alike,” he said.
Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters welcomed the partnership, emphasizing PUMA’s strong history in football and its alignment with the league’s values.
PUMA Replaces Nike
“We are delighted to welcome PUMA as the Official Ball Supplier of the Premier League. Their global reach and commitment to excellence will help inspire fans worldwide,” Masters stated.
With this landmark deal, PUMA expands its influence in top-tier football, strengthening its presence in the world’s most-watched league.
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