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Fires destroy ₦500m onion stocks in Sokoto

Monday, April 27, 2026

Fires in Sokoto have razed onion stocks valued at about ₦500 million, prompting a security probe over possible sabotage. The loss threatens local onion supplies, likely driving up prices and hurting farmers and traders in the region.

A series of fires have destroyed nearly ₦500 million worth of onion stocks in Sokoto, Nigeria, prompting a security investigation into suspected sabotage. Read More: https://punchng.com/fires-destroy-%e2%82%a6500m-onion-stocks-in-sokoto/