Nigeria, Nov. 10 -- Food prices in Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have seen a slight decline in recent weeks, yet many residents say the change has not improved their daily lives.

Despite reports of easing inflation, households continue to grapple with weak purchasing power, stagnant wages, and high living costs.



A market survey across major trading hubs such as Kubwa, Dutse, and Orange Market shows that while prices of tomatoes, beans, and rice have dropped, the reduction has done little to ease the strain on families.

Traders confirmed that while some commodities now sell for less, others have risen slightly, creating a mixed picture of food affordability in the Federal Capital Territory.



At the Orange Market, the price of a basket...