Food prices in Nigeria climbed again in early 2026. Here are the latest market rates for rice, beans, garri, yam, oil, and proteins, with Lagos and upcountry ranges where it matters.
Food inflation hit 14.31% year-on-year in March 2026, ending an 11-month easing streak, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. Headline inflation rose to 15.38% the same month. Lagos markets saw a sharp March spike on petrol costs, then eased in April as supply improved.
You will pay more in Lagos than in Kano, Bodija, or Dawanau. Transport, fuel, insecurity in farming belts, and the weak naira drive the gap. Use the ranges below as a guide. Prices change weekly.
Prices of Food in Nigeria 2026 at a Glance
Below are current market rates by category. Lower end of each range is upcountry wholesale. Higher end is Lagos retail.
Grains: Rice, Beans, Maize, Soya
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign long-grain rice | 50kg | 85,000 – 105,000 |
| Local rice (Mama Gold, Big Bull, Royal Stallion) | 50kg | 78,000 – 95,000 |
| Ofada rice | 25kg | 52,000 – 60,000 |
| Basmati rice (imported) | 5kg | 28,000 – 32,000 |
| White beans (Oloyin/honey) | 50kg | 85,000 – 100,000 |
| White beans | 100kg | ~90,000 (Mile 12, Bodija, Dawanau) |
| Brown/iron beans | 1 paint bucket | 9,000 – 11,000 |
| Yellow maize (dry) | 100kg | 85,000 – 95,000 |
| White maize (dry) | 100kg | 78,000 – 88,000 |
| Soya beans | 100kg | 55,000 – 70,000 |
| Soya beans | 1 ton | 600,000 – 680,000 |
| Groundnut (shelled) | 50kg | 90,000 – 110,000 |
A 50kg bag of imported long-grain rice has hovered near ₦87,000 since mid-2025 and traded around ₦95,000–₦105,000 in Lagos retail by April 2026, per Nairametrics.
Tubers: Yam, Cassava, Potato
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Yam (medium tuber) | 1 piece | 3,700 – 3,900 |
| Yam (big tuber) | 1 piece | 4,500 – 6,500 |
| White garri | 50kg | 40,000 – 55,000 |
| Yellow garri | 50kg | 34,000 – 50,000 |
| Garri (Ijebu) | 1 paint bucket | 1,300 – 1,800 |
| Yam flour (Elubo) | 50kg | 70,000 – 85,000 |
| Sweet potato | big basket | 5,500 – 7,500 |
| Irish potato | big basket | 9,000 – 12,000 |
Yam tuber prices dropped almost 16% in April 2026 as fresh harvests reached the market.
Vegetables, Tomato, Pepper, Onion
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh tomatoes (basket) | big basket | 40,000 – 60,000 |
| Fresh tomatoes (paint rubber) | 1 paint | 5,000 – 5,500 |
| Fresh red pepper (rodo) | big bag | 105,000 – 140,000 |
| Fresh red pepper (rodo) | medium bag | 55,000 – 80,000 |
| Onions | 1 kg | 1,400 – 1,500 |
| Onions (big bag) | 100kg | 120,000 – 150,000 |
| Tatashe (sweet pepper) | 1 kg | 1,800 – 2,500 |
Pepper saw the wildest swing in 2026: a big bag jumped from ₦58,000 in February to ₦140,000 in March, then dropped to ₦105,000 in April, per Nairametrics and its April update.
Oils: Palm and Vegetable
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Palm oil (Lagos – Mile 12) | 25 liters | 52,000 – 60,000 |
| Palm oil (Bodija, Ibadan) | 25 liters | 45,000 – 52,000 |
| Palm oil (Igbudu, Delta) | 25 liters | 38,000 – 45,000 |
| Devon King’s vegetable oil | 5 liters | 15,500 – 17,500 |
| Devon King’s vegetable oil | 10 liters | 30,000 – 34,000 |
| Mamador vegetable oil | 3.5 liters | 11,500 – 13,000 |
| Groundnut oil | 1 liter | 3,800 – 4,500 |
Proteins: Chicken, Beef, Fish, Egg
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Live broiler chicken | 1 bird (1.5–2kg) | 9,000 – 14,000 |
| Frozen chicken | 1 kg | 5,500 – 7,500 |
| Beef (with bone) | 1 kg | 6,500 – 9,500 |
| Goat meat | 1 kg | 8,000 – 11,000 |
| Frozen titus fish | 1 kg | 6,500 – 8,000 |
| Catfish (fresh) | 1 kg | 5,000 – 7,000 |
| Crayfish (dry) | 1 paint | 22,000 – 30,000 |
| Egg | 1 crate (30) | 5,500 – 6,800 |
Pasta, Bread, Sugar, Noodles
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti (Golden Penny / Dangote / Power) | 500g | 1,000 – 1,300 |
| Bread (medium loaf) | 1 loaf | 1,500 – 2,500 |
| Dangote sugar | 50kg | 85,000 – 95,000 |
| Indomie Chicken | carton (70g x 40) | 14,000 – 16,500 |
| Indomie Hungry Man | carton (200g x 24) | 22,000 – 25,000 |
| Golden Penny noodles | carton (70g x 40) | 13,500 – 15,000 |
Read: Best Rice Brands in Nigeria
Powdered Milk and Beverages
| Item | Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Peak milk (tin) | 400g | 4,500 – 5,200 |
| Peak milk (refill) | 500g | 4,800 – 5,500 |
| Dano milk (tin) | 500g | 4,300 – 5,000 |
| Three Crowns (refill) | 380g | 3,500 – 4,200 |
| Milo (tin) | 500g | 4,800 – 5,500 |
| Bournvita (plastic) | 500g | 4,500 – 5,200 |
| Lipton Yellow Label | 52g | 1,200 – 1,500 |
| Nescafe Classic | 50g | 3,000 – 3,500 |
Tomato Paste, Condiments
- Tasty Tom sachet (70g): ₦300 – ₦400
- Tasty Tom carton (70g x 50): ₦14,500 – ₦16,500
- Gino sachet carton (70g x 50): ₦15,000 – ₦17,000
Why Food Prices Keep Rising in Nigeria
Five forces pushed 2026 prices up:
- Petrol cost: Higher PMS rates flow straight into transport and food.
- Naira pressure: Foreign rice, wheat, and palm oil track the dollar.
- Insecurity: Banditry in the North and farmer-herder clashes cut farm output.
- Floods: 2025 floods damaged grain and tuber harvests in Benue, Kogi, and Bayelsa.
- Storage gaps: Poor cold chains and roads spoil up to 40% of fresh produce.
The IMF projects Nigeria’s headline inflation will ease to about 12.94% by year-end 2026, but food remains the stickiest component.
How to Save on Food in 2026
- Buy in bulk: A 50kg bag beats weekly cup-buying every time.
- Shop wholesale markets: Mile 12, Daleko, Bodija, Dawanau, and Onitsha Main beat supermarkets by 25–40%.
- Skip imported brands: Local rice, beans, and oil now match foreign quality at lower prices.
- Form a buying co-op: Pool funds with neighbors to buy a bag of rice, garri, or beans together.
- Eat seasonal: Tomatoes are cheap in dry-season harvest months; yam is cheap from October to January.
Read: 5 Major Problems of Tomato Production in Nigeria Today
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 50kg bag of rice in Nigeria in 2026?
A 50kg bag of foreign long-grain rice costs ₦85,000 to ₦105,000 in May 2026. Local brands like Mama Gold and Big Bull sell for ₦78,000 to ₦95,000.
How much is a 50kg bag of beans in Nigeria right now?
A 50kg bag of white or honey beans sells for ₦85,000 to ₦100,000. A 100kg bag goes for around ₦90,000 in major markets like Mile 12, Bodija, and Dawanau.
What is the price of a tuber of yam in Nigeria 2026?
A medium yam tuber costs ₦3,700 to ₦3,900. Big tubers sell for ₦4,500 to ₦6,500. Prices dropped about 16% in April after fresh harvests entered the market.
How much is a crate of egg in Nigeria today?
One crate of 30 eggs costs ₦5,500 to ₦6,800 depending on size and location. Lagos retail runs higher than Kano or Ibadan.
How much is a 50kg bag of garri in Nigeria?
White garri costs ₦40,000 to ₦55,000 per 50kg bag. Yellow garri runs ₦34,000 to ₦50,000. A paint bucket of Ijebu garri sells for ₦1,300 to ₦1,800.
What drives food inflation in Nigeria?
Petrol prices, naira depreciation, banditry in farming belts, floods, and weak storage. Food inflation hit 14.31% in March 2026, per the NBS.
Why are food prices higher in Lagos than the North?
Lagos imports most of its food from northern and middle-belt farms. Fuel cost, road tolls, and middlemen markups add 25–40% by the time goods reach Mile 12.
Where can I find the cheapest food prices in Nigeria?
Dawanau (Kano), Bodija (Ibadan), Onitsha Main, and Gboko Main offer the lowest wholesale prices for grains, oils, and beans.
Will food prices drop in Nigeria in 2026?
The IMF projects headline inflation to ease to about 12.94% by end of 2026. Food remains the stickiest item. Expect modest relief on grains as 2026 harvests come in, but no sharp drop.
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