Prices of grains and other food items fall at Dambam Market, Bauchi
Story by Kasim Isa MUHAMMAD
Grain prices have fallen significantly this week at the Dambam Local Government Grain Market in Bauchi State, bringing relief to buyers while creating mixed reactions among sellers.
The market update for Friday, November 28, 2025, shows a noticeable drop across a range of major staples including maize, millet, sorghum, beans, and groundnuts.
Maize now sells between ₦28,000 and ₦31,000 per bag. New millet ranges from ₦28,000 to ₦30,000, while old millet is priced slightly higher at ₦30,000 to ₦32,000.
Many buyers expressed satisfaction with the changes, explaining that the reduced prices will make it easier to manage household food expenses.
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Sorghum prices have also eased, selling between ₦23,000 and ₦25,000. Several varieties of beans recorded declines as well.
New white beans now go for ₦45,000 to ₦50,000, while big white beans sell for ₦47,000 to ₦51,000. New large red beans are priced between ₦50,000 and ₦53,000. Melon is currently sold for ₦40,000 to ₦45,000.
Rice prices showed mixed trends. Polished rice remains on the higher side at ₦90,000 per bag, but unprocessed rice is far cheaper, selling between ₦25,000 and ₦26,000.
Other essentials such as new groundnut and Bambara nut also reflect the downward trend, with new groundnut priced at ₦75,000 to ₦83,000 and Bambara nut at ₦70,000 to ₦78,000.
Sesame prices varied depending on the form. Sesame sold by the kilogram ranges from ₦950 to ₦1,000, while bulk sesame sells for ₦40,000 to ₦41,000.
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From the buyers’ perspective, the drop in prices is a welcome development. Many explained that the lower costs will allow them to stock up more food, especially as the festive period and dry season approach. Some traders noted that this is the first significant price drop they have seen in months.
Sellers, however, hold a more cautious view. While they appreciate an increase in customer turnout due to reduced prices, many are concerned about shrinking profit margins. One seller explained that although sales volume is rising, the earnings per bag have dropped considerably, and they hope market conditions stabilise soon.
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