This image depicts a large aluminum cooking pot containing a bright orange-red stew, likely a local soup or sauce, in Moniya, Nigeria

This image depicts a large aluminum cooking pot containing a bright orange-red stew, likely a local soup or sauce, in Moniya, Nigeria. The stew shows variations in texture and color, with darker, solid components, possibly meat or fish, visible within the thick consistency and pools of oil. A metal serving spoon with a striped handle rests partially submerged in the stew. The interior walls of the pot exhibit a reddish-brown residue from prior use. The pot is positioned on what appears to be a dark, cylindrical cooking stand or stove. In the immediate foreground and left, other metallic cooking vessels or lids are partially visible on the ground. To the right of the cooking stand, a patch of ash and dark embers indicates a recently used or active fire source. The background features a textured, light gray concrete or plastered wall, suggesting an outdoor or semi-outdoor setting. The ground surface is a mix of concrete and dirt, illuminated by direct sunlight, casting subtle shadows. No individuals are present in the frame.