- Traders in Kano express dissatisfaction over low patronage during Ramadan, attributing it to customers’ diminished purchasing power
- Despite usual price increases, foodstuff dealer Malam Tanko Idris notes significantly declined sales compared to previous Ramadan seasons
As the Muslim holy month of Ramadan commences, traders in Kano have voiced their dissatisfaction over the low patronage from customers.
Several traders interviewed by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano expressed their concerns, attributing the situation to customers’ diminished purchasing power.
Malam Tanko Idris, a foodstuff dealer, remarked that sales this year have noticeably declined compared to previous years, despite the usual increase in commodity prices during Ramadan.
Similarly, Saminu Dauda, a perishable items dealer, expressed disappointment over the subdued business activity, citing the country’s prevailing economic downturn as a contributing factor.
Vegetable seller Sani Ali echoed these sentiments, describing the current situation as unusual compared to previous Ramadan seasons. Many customers cited financial constraints.
Nura Baba, a buyer, raised concerns about the exorbitant prices of essential food items such as rice, millet, flour, and sugar, which have significantly impacted his ability to afford necessities during the fasting period.
He urged food dealers to consider the spirit of Ramadan and reduce their prices to alleviate the financial burden on customers.
Earlier, some clerics and emirs had appealed to food dealers to refrain from hiking prices during Ramadan, emphasizing the importance of maintaining affordability for consumers during this holy month.
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