Marketfriday: going out doing early month shopping
Holla gracias amigos yet another new month and I have got every reason to thank God, he made me and you see this month. All things are well over here just the increase in food stuffs, in fact everything is on the increase.
Can you imagine I went to do gas refill after I found out my cylinder was emty on getting to the rifill station. I was surprised they double it, from 220 naira in dollars 0.56 to 430 naira in dollars 1.04 that amount might look small for you guys but over here it's a big money. But with the way they are increasing goods daily our money seems to loss it's value, I definitely see Nigeria accepting the use of the US dollars and dump the naira😰
Me at the gas station
Ok well away from that I went to the market on my own my girlfriend is not around she travelled so am left to do the shopping. And I will shop for the whole month won't like going to the market daily, I will get rice, beans, garri in bags. So it will last for sometime.
While in the market something happened, as I got there I saw traders shutting down their shops. When I asked I was told some government officials where present I'm the market to check out those that didn't pay ticket for the last month😄 I was curious so I went on to ask the amount they where to pay I was told it's just 500 naira, 1.57 dollars. I was surprised because yo that should not make them run.
And they are to pay the money at the end of every week, and some still fail to meet up, but everyday they have what to sell, and to add to that they will even double price without consideration.
I just left them with anger I just wish one was cought and severely dealt with. Going from stall to stall today I made sure I beat price with traders. I can't keep on dashing them my money things are hard. I didn't even bother to buy any clothes from them because their stuff are too expensive and at times you might end up buying the fake one.
Market was fun today I tour round the place, hope you enjoyed reading through my blog post. This is how market went today. Please stay safe and remember to know how to spend your money, love y'all
From @obrisgold1
Regards to @dswigle you are doing great work
The wage is higher here, so it makes sense that your prices are lower. I understand that and I can see how the rise in price is alarming. My petrol has doubled in price since the pandemic, as has all of my food items and clothing. Everything, in fact. It doesn't make sense when more and more people are without jobs still and everything is going up.
It is tough being a bachelor and having to do all the shopping and cooking. I have noticed that your food looks a little more abundant there. That part is good. Now, it seems that nobody can afford it. I buy less now. At least you don't have to worry about making meals, only cooking to satisfy yourself. The joy of being single.
The thing with the merchant closing shot because he didn't pay the fee seems to be missing some facts. Why didn't he pay? He is charging everyone high rates, he should be able to pay for it. Seems everyone wants something for nothing, but, hopefully, things will get better over time.
I appreciate the love and support given to #MarketFriday! Your participation adds a piece of your world, and I have to say, people are interested in is seeing it. This entire challenge has opened up the world to me and so many others. Thank you again for being a part of all this! I am so happy to see you here! I hope you have a fabulous day! Hive on!!
Fridays are all about the #MarketFriday Challenge! Looking to take part in it? Here is how:
How to Participate:
Go to the market! Any market will do! Food, clothing, plant, or animal, if you wish. You can go to the zoo, an art auction, and to restaurants. Anywhere or anything that you pay money for any kind of service.
Take pictures! Be creative! It’s fun!
Tell us a little bit about the market, what brought you here?
Post the picture.(s)
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🤣🤣 indeed bachelor hood is fun, I cook what I like eat what I like, sleep and wake what ever time I like😄 but all that will go soon once I take her to the alter😰 so let me enjoy the beat of it now hahaha.
As for the traders running away from paying their taxes. I just wonder what in God's name is wrong with them. They prefer to be reminded to pay what they are supposed to pay without being reminded, I later learnt that one was caught and taken to their head ok office and spent a lot of money,
For food yes you are right over here we got food enough but most times the bad road and transport system just make things go higher😭
Times are tough right now!
I actually fo got to tag you in my post and submit the link to your #marketfriday post. I will do that right away thanks for the reminder 🙏
How is the family?
They are fine. No worries! I caught it!