
Al Jazeera reports on the rising cost of food in Nigeria, where soaring prices are turning basic family meals into a luxury for many households. The report cites residents saying that 5,000 naira was once enough to cook a pot of soup, while 10,000 naira is now insufficient, illustrating the impact of inflation on everyday Nigerians' ability to afford staple dishes.
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