Maize Prices in Nigeria
Quick answer: Market medians tracked by World Bank/WFP put a 50kg bag of maize at about ₦27,000–₦39,000 in late October 2026, roughly ₦550,000–₦770,000 per tonne, with Lagos retail near ₦40,000 per 50kg. Lagos prices fell from ₦50,000 to ₦40,000 per 50kg between August and September 2026 as the new harvest arrived.
Prices by type
| Type / brand | Price range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 100kg bag (northern/Ibadan markets) | ₦55,000 – ₦62,000 | per 100kg bag |
| 100kg bag (Lagos retail) | ₦77,000 – ₦80,000 | per 100kg bag |
| 50kg bag, white or yellow (Lagos) | ₦40,000 | per 50kg bag |
| Exchange spot (bulk, ungraded wholesale) | ₦257,000 – ₦409,000 | per tonne |
Typical retail ranges seen in October 2026. Prices change often; confirm with the seller before you pay.
Prices by city
| City | Price range (per tonne) |
|---|---|
| Kano | ₦578,000 |
| Ibadan | ₦589,000 |
| Lagos | ₦771,000 – ₦800,000 |
Why prices differ
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a 50kg bag of maize in Lagos now?
Nairametrics' Lagos market survey put white and yellow maize at about ₦40,000 per 50kg bag in September 2026, down from ₦50,000 in August.
Why is maize cheaper in Kano than in Lagos?
Kano sits near the main growing areas, so the price excludes long-haul transport. Late-October 2026 market medians were about ₦28,900 per 50kg in Kano versus about ₦38,600 in Lagos.
What is the exchange (spot) price of maize?
Mansa Markets' exchange spot series moved between about ₦257 and ₦409 per kg (₦257,000–₦409,000 per tonne) in September–October 2026. This is bulk, ungraded wholesale and sits below what households pay in markets.
Sources
How we check prices- Lagos food prices: Egusi jumps 29.73% as major staples record wider declines in September — Nairametrics, 2026-10-02
- Nigerian Food Prices Today — Maize market prices (World Bank RTFP/WFP medians) — Lokoja.app, 2026-10
- Maize price in Nigeria — exchange spot history — Mansa Markets, 2026-10-27
- Food Prices Fall: 10 Popular Items That Have Become Cheaper in Nigeria — Legit.ng, 2026-10-03
