By: Kamal Hammajo | September 17, 2025 Sweet potato is one of those foods that quietly brings health, taste, and opportunity to our tables. From the orange-fleshed variety rich in vitamin A, to the purple and white types loved in many Nigerian homes, this root crop has proven to be both delicious and highly nutritious. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, and essential vitamins, sweet potato helps improve eyesight, supports digestion, and boosts overall wellness. Despite its natural sweetness, it remains low in fat, making it a healthy choice for young and old alike. In Nigeria, sweet potato is enjoyed in countless ways: boiled in the morning, fried as crunchy chips, roasted on the roadside, or milled into flour for porridge and snacks. Beyond food, it also creates jobs for farmers, traders, and processors across the country. Nigeria proudly ranks as the third-largest producer of sweet potatoes in the world, proving that this humble crop is not just about taste, it’s about health and livel...