Nigerians are caught between tradition and reality as December unfolds. The festive month, synonymous with lavish celebrations, travel, and exuberant spending, feels different this year.
A struggling economy, surging inflation, and declining purchasing power have made many question whether this will be a "Detty December" – loosely interpreted as a fun-filled December, or a muted one defined by caution.
For years, "Detty December" has been a defining part of Nigerian pop culture. Characterised by concerts, weddings, and
