Inflation, Low Purchasing Power Shape Sallah Markets in FCT

Shoppers and traders at a busy market in the Federal Capital Territory during Eid Al-Adha preparations amid economic hardship and reduced spending.

By Zainab Bakare As Muslims celebrate this year’s Eid Al-Adha, residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are cutting back on festive spending as inflation, stagnant incomes, and rising living costs continue to weaken purchasing power. Across major markets in Karu, Mararaba, Masaka, Kubwa, Dei-Dei, Lugbe, and Gwagwalada, traders and residents described this year’s Sallah […]

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