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Some ram sellers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Wednesday attributed the high cost of rams to insecurity and low supply from the Northwest.

The traders, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) during a market survey in Abuja, said the low supply was also due to the closure of Nigeria’s borders.

Malam Ahmed Mai-Samari, a livestock dealer at the Dei-Dei livestock market, told NAN that rams’ supply to major cities was far below expectations compared to 2024, especially from neighbouring countries.

“You know we mostly get these animals from Niger and other nearby countries that share borders with us in the north, especially the moderately sized ones.

“Now, we have to rely solely on local supply from household livestock farmers, which is limited.

“Many traders have even left the business for more profitable ventures,” he said.

He noted that the price of rams had doubled compared to 2025, attributing this to rising transportation costs and the overall cost of living.

“A ram that sold for N200,000 in 2024 now goes for N400,000. Only the rich can afford it now.

“Prices vary depending on size: smaller rams cost between N150,000 and N190,000, medium ones go for N200,000 to N250,000, while large rams range from N350,000 to as much as N1 million,” he explained.

Similarly, Mr Sanusi Abdullahi, a roadside livestock trader in Dutse, said ram prices ranged from N200,000 to N700,000.

He added that sourcing the animals locally had been stressful and costly due to limited access from Niger Republic, likely caused by ongoing political tensions.

“I and my boys had to go from village to village across different states, gather the rams, and transport them here. It hasn’t been easy,” he said.

On sales, Abdullahi revealed he had sold only seven out of about 120 rams in two days, though he remained hopeful of selling at least half before Sallah, even at minimal profit.

In Bwari, another roadside trader, Malam Mustapha Aminu, popularly known as “Biggie”, also lamented low patronage, blaming it on inflation and economic hardship.

According to him, while many Muslims wish to participate in the Eid el-Kabir sacrifice, most can no longer afford it.

“Even though the cheapest ram at my stand goes for N100,000, only a few people have bought so far. This time last year, I had sold nearly all my stock.

“Things were tough then too, but this year is worse. Still, we hope sales will pick up closer to Sallah,” he said.

Meanwhile, Mr Hameed Raji, a buyer in Bwari, said he had opted for a goat instead of a ram due to the high cost.

He explained that he bought an average-sized goat for N70,000, which he planned to slaughter for his family and friends.

Similarly, Mrs Rukayya Abdullahi said she and her husband chose to buy and slaughter three big chickens at N20,000 each instead of a ram.

“This will not only serve our visitors but also save us from borrowing money to buy a ram.

“By Allah’s grace, we hope to afford a ram next year,” she said.

Eid el-Kabir is celebrated globally by Muslim faithful and involves the slaughter of rams as part of worship, symbolising sacrifice and sharing meals with loved ones. (NAN).

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/06/sallah-ram-prices-surge-amid-insecurity-low-supply/

Only Nigerians add paparazzi to every holiday

Oyel money to the rescue.

Oya, subsidy, where you dey?

The unmma must be happy.

One million ram?? Big reach cow?

1 million kobo abi na me no see well? 🧐

No be by force if you can't afford it o.... Or better yet, do collabo with friends and neighbours to buy and share. 🙄

If people buy it this year they will sight another excuse to double the price next year again.we neeed to learn how to boycott something’s in this country,ram of 800k will come down to 300k immediately after sallah as if the insecurity have disappeared

♈🐏 RAM ♈🐏 has become expensive wow well happy celebration to all Muslims faithful Almighty Allah bless you beyond measure Amen

helinues:
Only Nigerians add paparazzi to every holiday

Are you the person I promised a job right?

Dividends of Muslim-Muslim ticket.

Ram, Rice.......May God help the poor muslims.

Islam is now only for the Super Rich!!

The way you lay your bed is how you'll lie on it.
IN 2027, Nigerians should keep all tribal or religious sentiments aside & vote for the right candidate.
Imagine "Ileya Holdays" back then when roasted ram meat was shared all over my estate by the Muslim faithfuls because every family could easily afford 2 to 3 rams.
This government is really impoverishing the masses for some wicked reasons best known to them.

kingbee90:
The way you lay your bed is how you'll lie on it.
IN 2027, Nigerians should keep all tribal or religious sentiments aside & vote for the right candidate.
Imagine "Ileya Holdays" back then when roasted ram meat was shared all over my estate by the Muslim faithfuls because every family could easily afford 2 to 3 rams.
This government is really impoverishing the masses for some wicked reasons best known to them.

who is d right candidate?

Hope it's not one of the same people that have ruled us before

Factcheck0001:
who is d right candidate?

Hope it's not one of the same people that have ruled us before

All the people that have ruled us before are by far better than the disaster currently ruling us.

At least during their tenures, An average or semi-average family could afford a Ram comfortably for "ileya festival" .

kingbee90:

All the people that have ruled us before are by far better than the disaster currently ruling us.

At least during their tenures, An average or semi-average family could afford a Ram comfortably fir ileya festival.

so u measure governance by price of ram?

So the northerners that caused insecurity in their region making it hard to supply is tinubu fault right?


So ipob people that keep killing themselves because Jonathan lost power is tinubu fault right?

.the earlier the better u know majority of the problem we are facing in Nigeria is self inflicted

Tinubu sef

Factcheck0001:
so u measure governance by price of ram?

So the northerners that caused insecurity in their region making it hard to supply is tinubu fault right?


So ipob people that keep killing themselves because Jonathan lost power is tinubu fault right?

.the earlier the better u know majority of the problem we are facing in Nigeria is self inflicted

You guys measure governance by propaganda.

I measure governance by the prices of Ram & other commodities in the market.
Then why did Tinubu vie for the office of the commander in Chief?
The same Tinubu castigated GEJ & protested against his inability to handle insecurity. Not only has the insecurity increased under Tinubu's watch, the man has spread poverty all over the country & de$tr0yed our economy.

Government need to remove Kara cattle market, Nlfpmod!

Come to Ibadan


Ram is very cheap

Lanretoye:
If people buy it this year they will sight another excuse to double the price next year again.we neeed to learn how to boycott something’s in this country,ram of 800k will come down to 300k immediately after sallah as if the insecurity have disappeared

Muslims see it as a must, so they can't boycott

No money, but the ram go finish for market. Like the president once said, he's not interested in cost control, they can sell because people will buy.

Na now e Dey normal for 7people to share one cow for sallah…more changes to come

Lanretoye:
If people buy it this year they will sight another excuse to double the price next year again.we neeed to learn how to boycott something’s in this country,ram of 800k will come down to 300k immediately after sallah as if the insecurity have disappeared

Wen it comes to "religions obligations", no Jupiter can tell us not to do it, even though, our hands are clean in everything we are doing oooo.

It is not only in Naijeria that the price of ram is high, it is high in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, EU, China, Japan, the Middle-East, it is a glow-ball fe-no-me-nom.

Factcheck0001:
who is d right candidate?

Hope it's not one of the same people that have ruled us before

All vehicles can take you to where you want to go. But it is the one that you can drive that will take you there.

It is not about the person, the candidate, it is about the system, the ability of the people to control their government and make it do what they want.

That is what democracy is all about and the only guarantee for success. A government of the people in deed.

treesun:


https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/06/sallah-ram-prices-surge-amid-insecurity-low-supply/

Rehashed story every year. Smh

Lanretoye:
If people buy it this year they will sight another excuse to double the price next year again.we neeed to learn how to boycott something’s in this country,ram of 800k will come down to 300k immediately after sallah as if the insecurity have disappeared

chai see wetin human being Dey talk
Wen last u chop meat?

UncleBabafemi:
Are you the person I promised a job right?

what type of job is that?😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

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G

Lanretoye:
If people buy it this year they will sight another excuse to double the price next year again.we neeed to learn how to boycott something’s in this country,ram of 800k will come down to 300k immediately after sallah as if the insecurity have disappeared

The whole world and everything is experiencing the same. It will only seem too much if ones earnings is not rising in comparison with how the price of everything is rising.

Those who hoarded some portion of BTC this time last year already have massive profits. Upwards to more than $40k as profits per BTC. Better than even TB and others.

Just that there are different fancy names for the very same thing but reality does not care. What will happen will surely happen.

So the price will go up as there'll always be someone who has money to buy and that person no go do solidarity with people wey no get and not enjoy themselves.

SMH

“A ram that sold for N200,000 in 2024 now goes for N400,000. Only the rich can afford it now.
Like i said Apcheat e-rats like Kennyswag can't afford it
Smh

Good u nor mention my bro AGBOTIKUYO 1,ALAGULU OF AGULU LAND

Factcheck0001:
who is d right candidate?

Hope it's not one of the same people that have ruled us before