Christmas Shopping: Where to get affordable items

“Christmas is coming, papa buy shoe for me oooo, oyimama, oyimama, oyimama”
Ever sang this Christmas song, asking for new shoes from papa or new clothes from mama? And oh, the anticipation of that sizzling Christmas chicken!

These festive delights were once the heart of the season, eagerly awaited by all. Yet, the recent price hikes threaten to dim the cheer, leaving us uncertain whether ‘papa’ can grant those shoe wishes or if the tantalizing chicken melody will grace our tables.Despite the soaring costs, Nigeria’s markets offer a glimmer of hope to revive these cherished traditions.

Here are markets in Nigeria where you can get affordable items, making this Christmas season merry and bright.

Lagos State

Iponri Market
Located at Surulere is your go to place for home decor, props, souvenirs and home items.

Idumota Market
The market is ideal for shopping for a variety of goods, including clothing and fabrics.

Mile 12 Market
This is Lagos’ biggest food market. Food items at the Mile 12 market are known to be affordable, especially when purchased in large quantities. They also have a big goat meat market for the asun and isiewu lovers.

Abuja

Kado Fish Market
Looking for where to get your fish (smoke, fresh and frozen) and frozen poultry, then the Kado Fish Market located at Zuba Garki Road, By Life Camp Junction is your go to place.

Utako Market
Utako market is the hub of yam, potatoes, plantain, onions and many other farm products. You can also get cheap home decor from this market.

Garki Model Market
Frozen foods, cow and goat meat are sold here.

Kabusa Market
Located around the Lokogoma axis of Abuja and it is a Saturday market. You can get your Christmas bags of rice, beans, onions etc at a cheap rate here.

Garki International Market
This is where you can buy confectioneries and clothing items at a very affordable rate for your Xmas outings.

Ibadan, Oyo State

Oje Market
The market is home to assorted fabrics (Aso-oke, Sanyan, Alaari), ornamental beads and even traditional herbs.

Agbeni Market
In this market, you can find all sorts of food produce at wholesale prices.

Oja-Oba
Oja-Oba is well known for its fruits and raw foodstuffs, including peppers, tomatoes, yams, and plantains, all at affordable prices.

Bodija Market
Bodija Market is a primary hub for cattle and livestock sales in Oyo State.

Ogunpa Market
Ogunpa Market, situated around the Dugbe Alawo axis, is known for a variety of locally manufactured and Chinese goods. This market caters to fashion ware, household items.

Ogun State

Itoku Market
Abeokuta’s historic Itoku market is well-known for its exquisite kampala and adire fabrics.
Not only that, but you can also find a variety of other fabric types in addition to items like cosmetics and hair extensions, among other things.

Sango Market
This market offers a diverse range of products, including electronics, food items, textiles, cosmetics, hair extensions, clothing and accessories. From fashionable shirts for as low as 200 naira to affordable wigs and classy shoes at just 1,500 naira, Sango market is an absolute gold mine for shoppers.

Olomore Market
If you need to buy fresh pepper and tomatoes, Olomore market is the best place to go in Abeokuta. There’s also a large presence of fresh water fishes like catfish and Tilapia. The market also has a sheep and goat market where live sheep and goat are sold.

Imakun Omi Market
Situated in the waterside region of Ogun State, within the town of Makun-Omi, lies Imakun Omi market. The market holds every nine days, upholding the age-old tradition of barter trade. Goods such as plastic items, foodstuffs, and vegetables are exchanged without the exchange of money, carrying on the ancient practice of trade by barter.

Eastern Region

Ariaria Market, Aba, Abia State
This market is well-known for its replica of top luxury brands of shoes, clothes, bags at affordable prices. Talk about slaying on a budget.

Oko Cattle Market, Delta
Located in Asaba, Delta, the Oko Cattle Market is a suitable place to go for your livestock needs.

Onitsha Market, Anambra State
A wide variety is on offer in Onitsha’s main market, and these include jewelry, clothing, household, industrial, and office equipment.

Ogbete Main Market, Enugu State
A very crowded market with numerous departments and sections of goods, including general clothing and apparel, food, electronics, and other technologies. The prices in this market are very low, and you can find almost anything for your home and personal use.

Ǹkwọ Nnewi, Nnewi, Anambra State
For your interior and exterior decoration items at affordable price.

Northern Region

Kasuwar Kwari Market, Kano State
The market is notable for textile fabrics, like Guinea Brocade, Ankara, quality handmade tie and dye, English laces, and George materials. Clothes from this market are relatively inexpensive.

Maradi Cattle Market, Niger
Located in the central part of Niger, the Maradi Cattle Market is prominent for its sales of the red goat.

Wuldil Cattle Market, Kano
Located in Kano, Wudil Market is the state’s second-largest market for livestock. It is a weekly market with cattle, grains and onions as its primary sales produce each Friday. The main available grains include white maize, yellow maize, sorghum, red, sorghum white, local rice, beans, soya beans, groundnut, cassava and millet.

Abubakar Mahmud Gumi Market, Kaduna
A variety of goods can be found at the market; including food items, clothes, everyday groceries and other amenities.

Zaki Bram Yam Market, Benue
Looking for the finest quality yams? Look no further than Zaki Bram Yam Market. Renowned for its top-tier yams, this market ensures you bring home only the best for your meals.

Whether you’re seeking the perfect outfit, the freshest ingredients for your meal, or unique fabrics, these markets offer a treasure trove of possibilities at affordable prices. So, this Christmas, embrace the spirit of exploration, venture into the vibrant markets of Nigeria, and create unforgettable memories without draining your wallet. Remember, the true essence of the season lies not in material possessions but in the joy of sharing and giving. Happy holidays!