The crop that feeds millions but earns Nigeria almost nothing

Nigeria grows enough plantain to feed its population and the West African region. Yet, in the $31.4 billion global market, read more The crop that feeds millions but earns Nigeria almost nothing

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August 5, 2026 · 13:20 · 5 min read

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Nigeria grows enough plantain to feed its population and the West African region. Yet, in the $31.4 billion global market, read more The crop that feeds millions but earns Nigeria almost nothing

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