A concerned Ghanaian living in East Legon has lamented the cost of food in recent times. According to him, the prices of food and other commodities have seen significant hikes in the past few months.

He said a ball of 'banku' which formerly cost between GH¢1 and GH¢3 currently costs GH¢5, a situation he described as worrying.

In an interaction with GhanaWeb Business' Stella Dziedzorm Sogli, he said if he had the means to afford a healthy diet, he would gladly take it, but he does not.

"When you go to buy banku, one is GH¢5, and meat too is GH¢ 10 or GH¢15. This is East Legon, there is no GH¢3 banku. The GH¢3 ball is very small. You can eat about five balls, so buying GH¢5 makes better sense."

Conducting a market survey with GH¢50, it was nearly impossible to afford different types of fruits and/or vegetables.

For instance, one watermelon costs between GH¢30 to GH¢40, whiles a small sized mango cost GH¢20. A bunch of bananas cost GH¢25 while one orange costs GH¢4.

For vegetables, one cabbage costs between GH¢20 and GH¢30, and three tomatoes cost GH¢30.

Speaking to consumers, some Ghanaians noted that the current economic hardships have compelled them to review their lifestyle choices. According to them, it has become difficult to afford a three-square meal and incorporate healthy choices in their diet.

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