Nigeria

Retail tissue in Nigeria suffered significantly in terms of volume sales in 2023, with deep declines resulting from the country’s struggling economy. Rising energy costs and high inflation, along with a weakened local currency substantially…

Menstrual care recorded deep declines in volume sales in 2023 in Nigeria, with consumer demand falling due to inflationary conditions and reduced purchasing power. Although menstrual care products are usually regarded as essential, many local…

Most areas in air care recorded a retail volume sales decline in 2023 due to high inflation and the increase in unit prices that triggered the double-digit retail value growth in current terms. The affordability of gel air fresheners and…

Sales of hosiery slumped in retail volume terms in 2023 as the challenging economic conditions in Nigeria put pressure on disposable income. With high inflation limiting consumer spending power consumers were forced to become more frugal and to focus…

Sun care in Nigeria followed the general growth trend in beauty and personal care in 2023. Thus, the category saw a strong increase in retail current value sales at the end of the review period. However, this performance was due to high inflation…

The weak economy negatively affected the demand for fragrances in Nigeria in 2023. The depreciated local currency and high inflation forced high import costs and double-digit declines in retail volume sales of fragrances, with consumer purchasing…

Direct selling in Nigeria faced challenges in 2023 as the country grappled with high inflation, resulting in decreased purchasing power among consumers. The direct selling model, predominantly conducted through social commerce and word of mouth, saw…

Polishes recorded a decline in retail volume terms, while high inflation rates triggered double-digit retail sales value growth in 2023. Many do not consider polish an essential product, with consumers focused on perceived essentials amid poor…

Due to its essential nature, hand dishwashing continued to grow in retail volume during 2023 despite increased prices, high inflation, and declining purchasing power. Due to the high cost of transportation after the removal of fuel subsidies, most…

The challenging economic conditions in Nigeria in 2023 led to a strong decline in retail volume terms for menswear during the year. In particular, high inflation limited consumer purchasing power. An increase in unemployment and weak spending power…