Charcoal Prices Soar in Kano: Residents struggle with rising costs In Kano, the price of charcoal has surged dramatically, causing significant concern among residents who rely on it for cooking and other energy needs. This steep increase has made charcoal increasingly unaffordable for many, exacerbating the city's economic pressures. Aisha Isa, a housewife in Kano, highlighted the extent of the price rise. A large bag of charcoal, which previously cost N4,000, now sells for around N6,500. She lamented that even small quantities of charcoal, which used to be available for N50,...