As a result of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, fertilizer costs in Nigeria have tripled

Following the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Nigeria's agriculture industry is dealing with the effects of increasing fertilizer costs.The nation's farming industry has been negatively impacted by this sudden and drastic price increase, which is a direct result of the war. Muriate of Potash (MOP), a vital component for blending agricultural inputs, is predominantly imported into Nigeria from Russia. However, this crucial supply line has been broken down as a result of the web of sanctions imposed on Russia. Over the weekend, Sergey Lavrov, the foreign minister of Russia, disclosed a stunning statistic: Fertilizer from Russia that was meant for Nigeria is still stuck in ports run by the European Union (EU).