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Sharp Sand Prices in Nigeria

Name: Sharp Sand (per trip (20-tonne tipper))
Availability: InStock

Typical price · August 2026

₦160,000 – ₦300,000

per trip (20-tonne tipper) · Nigeria

Updated August 2026Low confidence3 sources

Quick answer: In mid-2026, a 20-tonne tipper load of sharp sand was estimated at about ₦160,000–₦300,000 nationally, and Abuja and Kano were at the higher end. Smaller 10-tonne loads cost about ₦80,000–₦150,000.

Prices by type

Type / brand	Price range	Unit
10-tonne tipper	₦80,000 – ₦150,000	per trip
20-tonne tipper	₦160,000 – ₦300,000	per trip
30-tonne truck	₦240,000 – ₦450,000	per trip
10–15 tonne (Ibadan)	₦60,000 – ₦130,000	per trip

Typical retail ranges seen in August 2026. Prices change often; confirm with the seller before you pay.

Prices by city

City	Price range (per trip (20-tonne tipper))
Lagos	₦180,000 – ₦350,000
Abuja	₦200,000 – ₦380,000
Kano	₦220,000 – ₦400,000
Ibadan	₦100,000 – ₦200,000

Why prices differ

Distance from the dredging site or river bed to your site: haulage is most of the cost.

Truck size: 10, 20 and 30-tonne loads are priced differently, and 'one trip' means different sizes in different places.

Cleanliness: washed, coarse sand with little silt costs more.

Diesel prices and dredging restrictions or levies push prices up.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a trip of sharp sand?

A 20-tonne tipper of sharp sand was estimated at about ₦160,000–₦300,000 in mid-2026. A 10-tonne load costs about ₦80,000–₦150,000. Always confirm the truck size before paying.

Is sharp sand more expensive in Abuja than Lagos?

Estimates suggest so: about ₦200,000–₦380,000 for 20 tonnes in Abuja, against ₦180,000–₦350,000 in Lagos. Kano was estimated higher still.

Why do sand prices vary so much?

Most of the price is transport. The further your site is from the dredging point, and the higher diesel costs are, the more you pay. Silty sand is cheaper but weaker for concrete.