Sliced yam tubers hit Nigerian markets as rising prices spur new trend

As prices continue to soar in Nigerian markets, a new trend has emerged: sliced tubers of yam.

The staple food, a mainstay in many Nigerian households, has become unaffordable for many due to the economic downturn.

In response, vendors have started selling sliced yam tubers to make it more accessible to customers who can no longer afford whole tubers.

posted on x by @zrosey_ she captured six sliced pieces of yam sold for N500 each

The sliced yam, typically sold in small portions, has become a welcome alternative for many struggling to make ends meet.

However, concerns have been raised about the hygiene and safety of the sliced yam, as it is often exposed to the elements and handled by multiple vendors.

Despite these concerns, the sliced yam has become a staple in many markets, a testament to the resourcefulness of Nigerian vendors in the face of economic hardship.

The soaring prices of yam and other staples have put a strain on many Nigerian households, forcing families to make difficult choices about how to allocate their resources.

The government has promised to address the issue, but so far, little relief has been seen. In the meantime, the sliced yam has become a symbol of the resilience and adaptability of the Nigerian people in the face of adversity.

On X @ebukarrhh wrote: “This thing scares me so much. I don’t know what will become of alot of us if this hunger persists.”

On his part, @Irunnia_ stressed: “I trust Nigerians to adapt to this rubbish and continue moving on like all is well for them.”