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High Cost: Abuja housewives abandon fresh tomatoes for dry ones
High Cost: Abuja housewives abandon fresh tomatoes for dry ones
Some housewives in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have started patronising sellers of dry tomatoes as cost of fresh ones continue to increase.
A correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) who monitored markets in Dutse and Bwari in Abuja on Sunday, reports that housewives now preferred dry tomatoes because it was cheaper.
Mrs Temitope Joshua, a housewife and a civil servant said that she dried her tomatoes in the past just for preservation but changed her method of preservation when she bought a deep freezer.
She, however, said that the recent hike in price of tomatoes had forced her to revisit the use of dry tomatoes for her cooking, adding that it was cheaper and had more value than the fresh ones.
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Joshua said that she bought in bulk to avoid its scarcity.
“I buy plenty when I go to the market because sometimes it is scarce and this is not even the season.
“The demand now is high because a lot of people have also resolved to be using dry tomatoes for their cooking since the fresh ones are so expensive.
“The dry tomatoes are not only cheap but plenty in quantity that you will have value for your money.
“I just wash them very well when I get home, soak and blend for my stew; that is all. I used it in the past and I am okay using it again, and my children like the taste too,” she said.
Another housewife and business woman, Mrs Joy Idowu, said that she used dry tomatoes because they were cheaper.
According to her, the smallest bowl of fresh tomatoes sells for N500 in the markets while the small paint rubber goes for N2,500.
Idowu said that she bought dry tomatoes between N100, N200 and N700 depending the size of mudu.
Similarly, Mr Bright Samuel, a bachelor, said that he also improvised because he could not afford the fresh ones.
“I decided to switch from fresh tomatoes to the dry ones, and mix with tin or sachet tomato paste just to give it my desired taste,” he said.
Mr Alhassan Umar, one of the sellers of dry tomatoes, said he had experienced high patronage, adding that the demand had increased unlike in the past.
He said he had been in the business of selling dry tomatoes for a long time, but that this year’s demand for it was high.
Umar described the process of preservation of the produce as safe.
He urged Nigerian to adopt the dry method of preservation once the fresh ones become affordable again.
High Cost: Abuja housewives abandon fresh tomatoes for dry ones
FG Intervention Programs Aim to Benefit All Nigerians, Says Minister
Alhaji Muhammad Idris, Minister of Information, has affirmed that the Federal Government’s intervention programs are designed to benefit all Nigerians.
Speaking during a sensitization event on the Renewed Hope Agenda, President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s policy framework, in Yola on Thursday, Idris emphasized the wide-reaching nature of these programs. Represented by Rhoda Maina, Head of the Federal Information Resource Center in Yola, the minister outlined various initiatives aimed at improving citizens’ lives.
These initiatives include the disbursement of over N2.9 billion for a student loan scheme, empowerment programs, and the Digital and Creative Enterprise Program. Additional efforts focus on consumer credit, a natural gas initiative, housing, Nano business support, and the National Youth Talents Export Program.
Mr. Jonah Agye, Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Adamawa, expressed the agency’s readiness to collaborate with federal and state agencies to promote these initiatives at the grassroots level. He urged participants to spread the word in their communities and encouraged public support for government policies.
In his remarks, Mr. James Iliya, Adamawa State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, expressed gratitude to the federal government and President Tinubu for the interventions. He urged beneficiaries to make the most of these opportunities to improve their lives. Iliya also noted that Adamawa State aligns with the Federal Government’s policies to ensure its residents benefit from these initiatives.
Alhaji Idris Shuaibu, chairman of the event, commended the Federal Government’s efforts and advised those implementing the programs to ensure that they reach the most vulnerable citizens.
Peter Obi Dismisses Claims of Accepting 2027 Vice Presidential Role
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has refuted claims that he agreed to become a vice-presidential candidate in the 2027 elections. The former Anambra State Governor addressed the issue via a series of posts on his official X account on Saturday, accusing certain groups of misinterpreting his recent interview.
Obi emphasized that his remarks during the News Central TV interview had been deliberately distorted by propagandists, and he reiterated his unwavering commitment to the Labour Party and Nigeria’s progress.
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Clarifying his stance, Obi stated, “I am not focused on 2027 when Nigerians are grappling with hunger, poverty, insecurity, and other urgent challenges.” He noted that he is open to partnerships, but only with individuals whose intentions align with advancing the country, not capturing state power.
Obi further stressed that his priority is to address pressing national issues, including bringing millions of out-of-school children back into classrooms and combating poverty. He categorically denied any agreement to serve as a vice president, saying, “For the avoidance of doubt, I never stated at any time that I would be vice president to anyone.”
Despite the rumors, Obi reaffirmed his dedication to Nigeria’s development, insisting that true progress can be achieved without necessarily holding political office.
Tjay Emerges as Week 7 Head of House in BBNaija, Gains Immunity
Tjay has been crowned the Head of House (HoH) for week seven in the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) ‘No Loose Guard’ season, becoming the second solo HoH of the competition.
The announcement followed the unpairing of housemates, marking the start of individual gameplay after weeks of competing in duos.
In the week’s challenge, housemates navigated through a maze of laser beams in the arena before transferring mini cubes from one bottle to another.
Tjay, formerly part of Team Beta with his close friend Ben, completed the task in record time, securing his position as the new HoH.
With this win, Tjay gains immunity from eviction for the week, ensuring his safety in the game as the competition heats up.
This victory comes after Onyeka became the first solo HoH in the previous week, following a string of duo HoHs, including Mbadiwe Twins and Team Ndi Nne.
As the show progresses, housemates are vying for the ultimate grand prize of N100 million, with the stakes growing higher each week.
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