The question we ask ourselves is how far N250 can meet our needs in today’s Nigeria. Even if those needs are not priorities but at least basic.

With the N250 that the Paediatrics Association of Nigeria gave as prize money to the University of Port Harcourt’s Best Graduating Student in Paediatrics, Miss Joy Omubo, the question is, how far can N250 take anyone? Read also What can you buy for N250? Paediatricians award N250 to best graduating student!

What can N250 buy in today’s Nigeria?

Here, we provide a mini to-do-list when you have only N250 in your purse!

A tin of sardine, Geisha, Orbit chewing gum, Nail polish, Soft drinks, Canned fish, a litre of kerosene, Laundry soap, Tooth brush, Canned tomatoes, Box of matches, Sachet spirit drinks,Beer, Etc

Based on the strength of the Naira, the following is the list of mundane things you can’t get for N250.

They range from food, to grooming products…..

Sanitary towel, Loaf of bread, Victoria secrets lip balm, Fruit juice, Meat pie, Expression hair extension, Mascara, Nail extension, Frozen fish, A pair of boxers, Regular hair cut, Deodorant , Antiperspirant roll on, Washing and setting in the salon, Dusting powder, Set of plastic cloth hanger, Roll of tissue, Etc.

On the hand, reality shows give more juicy side attractions, both in cash prize and other gifts.