Ramadan is a sacred period of fasting, reflection, and generosity for millions of Muslims, but for many Nigerians this year the experience has been overshadowed by economic hardship. 

Rising fuel costs and soaring food prices have made it difficult for families to afford meals, with some even skipping Sahur so they can manage the little food available for Iftar. 

Today on Nigeria Daily, we examine how the rising cost of living is shaping the Ramadan experience for many Nigerians and what it reveals about the country’s broader economic realities.