Fish heads become a popular protein source in Lagos amid economic struggles and rising food costs

  • Economic hardship has driven some Lagos residents to buy fish heads from cold rooms as a source of protein
  • In small quantities, these fish heads, sold for between N500 and N1,000, highlight the struggle faced by many
  • The demand for fish heads, once disregarded, underscores a broader economic challenge impacting daily life in Nigeria

In a striking sign of hard times, some residents of Lagos have turned to buying fish heads from cold rooms to meet their protein needs.

According to a report by Vanguard, heads of fish containing little flesh are being sold in small quantities for between N500 and N1,000.