Students Resort To Trading Belongings For Survival Amid Hardship

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Gone are the days when undergraduates returned to campus flaunting their affluent lifestyle through cash and various home appliances.

Today, many parents or guardians find it increasingly challenging to maintain a decent standard of living, let alone provide the same for their children or wards.

Economy&Lifestyle’s investigation has uncovered that students in tertiary institutions are now resorting to selling off some of their household appliances and gadgets to make ends meet during tough times.

According to Osazuwa Akinola, a student, they purchase these items when they’re affordable, using whatever surplus funds they have. Conversely, when in need of money to cover expenses, they sell off these possessions.

“It’s truly disheartening to witness fellow students struggle to obtain food and survive in this harsh economic climate,” he remarked.

“The economy isn’t favorable to our parents and guardians, and its effects trickle down to us as well.”

“Previously, my hostel mates would bring back bags filled with food items and useful appliances that contributed to a relaxed atmosphere. However, the skyrocketing cost of food has put an end to such scenarios,” he added.

“Local businesses surrounding the campus aren’t making matters any easier. They assume students have disposable income and hike up prices when selling to us.”

“They’ve forgotten that the economic challenges affecting parents and guardians also impact us,” he lamented.

“Many of us now find ourselves investing our surplus cash in purchasing used household items and appliances like beds, fridges, cupboards, gas cylinders, and television sets from graduating students.”

“These items are then auctioned off on popular e-commerce platforms known among students, and the proceeds are used to cover our expenses.”

“However, some students who initially brought these gadgets from home end up selling them at a loss in times of need,” he concluded.

Miss Lovet Momoh, a second-year student, shared her experience, stating, “When I gained admission in late 2022, I was filled with joy, envisioning a comfortable life in school.”

“However, after the loss of my father and with the current state of the economy, my dreams were shattered.”

“When my uncle took on the responsibility to support my education, I never imagined it would be this difficult,” she continued.

“I felt too embarrassed to ask him for minor needs, so I followed in the footsteps of my friends who were trading used items from graduating students.”

“I started buying these items with my pocket money and reselling them online at higher prices. This has become my means of survival in school,” she explained.

“As the prices of goods and services continue to rise, so do the prices of used items. This has been and continues to be my survival strategy in school,” she concluded, with a hopeful tone.