Meat Prices Surge for Ileya: Families Embrace Cow-Sharing ‘Ajo’ to Celebrate

As Eid-el-Kabir approaches, meat costs have hit record highs across Nigeria. Small rams now sell for up to ₦350,000, while a healthy cow can cost over ₦3 million. To cope, many households are pooling funds through “ajo” cow-sharing networks. Neighbors and extended families contribute equal sums and split the meat. One contributor explains that coming together helps avoid debt and ensures children still taste fresh sacrifice meat. Livestock traders warn that transport costs and highway extortion have driven prices sky-high. They say a single haul can cost over ₦1 million in diesel and fees, forcing them to sell at steep margins or risk bankruptcy. Islamic scholars affirm that joint animal contributions comply with Eid sacrificial rules. Online groups and community meetings now serve as hubs for finding reliable sharing partners this festive season.

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