Onions Prices in Nigeria
Quick answer: Onion prices rose sharply in mid-2026, the lean season. A big bag went from about ₦75,000 in June to ₦105,000 in July, and Lagos wholesalers quoted ₦150,000–₦250,000 in September 2026. Farmers have warned that prices could reach ₦300,000 a bag by early 2027 if supply does not improve.
Prices by type
| Type / brand | Price range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Big bag (wholesale, Lagos) | ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 | per big bag |
| Small bag (Lagos) | ₦60,000 – ₦70,000 | per small bag |
| Paint bucket (Lagos wholesale) | ₦10,000 | per paint bucket |
| Loose onions | ₦900 – ₦1,200 | per kg |
Typical retail ranges seen in October 2026. Prices change often; confirm with the seller before you pay.
Prices by city
| City | Price range (per big bag (about 100kg)) |
|---|---|
| Lagos | ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 |
Why prices differ
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a bag of onions now?
Lagos wholesalers quoted ₦150,000–₦250,000 for a big bag in September 2026, depending on size and variety. Nairametrics recorded about ₦105,000 per big bag in its July survey.
Why are onions so expensive in 2026?
Traders blame seasonal shortages in the northern growing areas, flood damage and higher cargo costs. A Lagos wholesaler said northern cargo alone cost about ₦30,000 per bag.
Will onion prices come down?
Prices usually ease when the new dry-season harvest arrives, but a Zaria farmer quoted by Business A.M expects prices could exceed ₦300,000 per bag between November 2026 and early 2027 if supply stays tight.
Sources
How we check prices- Onion prices soar by 200% in Lagos — Gazette NG, 2026-09-13
- 10 Food Items Nigerians Should Buy Now Before Prices Rise Again — Legit.ng, 2026-09-29
- Lagos food prices: Onion climbs 40% as cooking gas eases in July survey — Nairametrics, 2026-08-04
- Poor harvest, Ghana trade row put onion prices on course for N300,000 per bag — Business A.M, 2026-08-18
- Foodstuff price index – Lagos — NaijaSabi, 2026-10
