Food Safety, Power Cuts and the Hardship Facing Ordinary Nigerians

When I returned to Nigeria, I expected to enjoy fresh, organic produce. Instead, I worried about how some fruits were being preserved and ripened. After hearing concerns about avocados and cucumbers, I questioned whether the food available to ordinary people is safe and nutritious. These worries also made me think about public health and life expectancy. I was impressed by the food standards and supply systems I saw in South Africa, where imports can help address shortages and surplus produce can be exported. At a government house, I tasted fruits that seemed fresh and reminded me of the better-quality stockfish my mother remembers. It made me wonder why ordinary people have so little access to food of that quality. I also went a week without electricity and saw families struggling through hot, humid nights without fans. From my balcony, I watched people sit outside and fan their children while trying to keep mosquitoes away. The hardship I witnessed felt deeply distressing, and I believe food safety, electricity and living conditions deserve far more attention from those in authority.

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