Sallah: Nigerian Muslims Lament High Ram Prices Amidst Cost Of Living Crisis

As Muslims worldwide celebrate Sallah on Sunday, Nigerian Muslims are lamenting the high prices of rams across the country. Details gathered at different markets in the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja, Lagos, Kano, Jigawa, Ilorin, and many parts of the country showed that rams were sold at high prices despite the recent cost-of-living crisis Nigerians have faced.

Sacrificing a ram during Sallah, also known as Eid al-Adha, holds profound religious significance for Muslims. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham’s) willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) in obedience to God’s command, demonstrating immense faith and submission.

According to Muslims, this ritual is a vital form of worship and devotion, reflecting piety and gratitude. For those who can afford it, performing this sacrifice is considered a highly recommended act (Sunnah Mu’akkadah), fulfilling an essential religious duty within Islamic tradition. Beyond its religious importance, the celebration fosters harmony and peaceful co-existence. However, in multiple interviews with this newspaper, many Nigerians complained that prices were significantly higher than last year.

Abdulkareem Rabo, a customer bargaining for a medium-sized ram at the Kugbo ram market in Abuja, lamented the high costs during this festive season. Despite the steep prices, Mr Rabo purchased a medium-sized ram for N110,000 by negotiating from one stand to another. Another customer, Mohammed Bashir, noted that he had prepared for the expense since buying a ram is a yearly tradition for his household, despite the inflated prices.



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