If you are looking for where to buy foodstuffs in Port-Harcourt, there are a few markets you need to know about.

Mile 1 and Mile 3 in Diobu are the Og spots. You’ll find rice, beans, garri, fish, meat, and many more there. It’s always busy, so make sure to get there early and bargain.

Creek Road is for fresh seafood. Fish, prawns, crabs, and periwinkle, just off the boats. Fridays and Mondays are the main days for this market.

Oil Mill market is where you go if you want Yam, cassava, rice in bulk. Big market day is Wednesday. Prices are way better on this day.

Fruit and vegetables Garden market around D line or Woji is perfect for fresh veggies and fruits.

Rumuokor market is good for daily groceries like meat, fish, vegetables, rice, and yams. Morning time is the best time to get stuff in the market. The best time to visit this market is in the morning.

Choba market, near UNIPORT, is good for smaller shopping or bulk buying on market days.

Iwofe market is quieter, and around the neighbourhood, you can still get fresh fish, veggies, and other food items from this market.

In summary, if you want fresh seafood, go to Creeks Road. If you want to buy in bulk at an affordable rate, go to Oil mill or Choba on market day. For fruits and fresh veggies, go to Garden Market.

If you’ve been to any of these markets in Portharcourt, share your experience in the comment section.