 The prices of food items and non-food items have skyrocketed across various markets in Adamawa state ahead of the Christmas festivities. Some food vendors complained of low patronage, unlike previous years, correspondent Ibrahim filed in this report. The year 2021 is drawing close to an end with many unforgettable events on the minds of millions of Nigerians. The year witnessed unprecedented security challenges ranging from banditry, kidnapping and other social vices. While the nation is still battling hard to contain the new trend of COVID-19 pandemic, Christians in Adamawa state are in a hurry to put diverse negative memories about the year behind them, hoping that the year 2020 will usher in good tidings. We visited the base of Jimet and modern markets to fill the pores of the people. Some food vendors and other sellers complained of low patronage while a sizable number of people were seen purchasing what they needed. This year is too low than last year because customers are complaining that there is no money. Others spoke on a need to pray for a peaceful coexistence, believing that the security challenges with death in the nation will soon be over. Meanwhile, Christian faithful were advised not to lose their guard against the fight against COVID-19, but adhering strictly to safety rules during the celebration. Adamawa is one of the state in the northeastern part of Nigeria, greatly affected by insurgency, banditry and kidnapping. However, the prayers of the restants is to see the end of insecurity come 2022.