Why Do Everyday Products Seem to Wear Out Faster in Nigeria?
I keep wondering whether this is nostalgia or a real change: why do everyday products no longer seem to last? Toothbrushes lose their bristles quickly, shoes wear out faster, and items such as sockets, extension boxes, fans and kitchen appliances often fail sooner than expected. The economy may be part of the reason. Manufacturers face high power, transport, raw-material, tax and financing costs, while consumers are also struggling with inflation. Rather than raise prices beyond what people can afford, producers may cut quantity, use cheaper components or reduce quality control. Cheap imports have added to the problem. Many buyers choose the lowest-priced option because that is what their income allows, creating demand for goods made to lower specifications. But local manufacturers also have a responsibility to build products that can withstand Nigerian roads, homes, power conditions and daily use. Made in Nigeria should not only mean affordable. It should also mean durable enough to justify the money consumers work hard to earn.
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