Cement prices in Nigeria rise above N10,000 per bag as Dangote, BUA, Lafarge, and Mangal cite higher production and logistics costs
Cement prices have risen above N10,000 per bag across multiple Nigerian states, affecting major brands including Dangote Cement, BUA Cement, Lafarge Africa and Mangal Cement.
A market survey by Daily Trust shows prices now range from N10,500 to N11,200 depending on location, brand, and retailer.
Builders, block makers, and private consumers are facing significantly higher construction costs.
In Kwara State, cement that sold for N9,300–N9,700 in January now averages N10,500–N10,700.
In Abuja, BUA cement sells for as high as N11,200 per bag, while Dangote is listed around N10,800–N11,000.
Dealers noted that full truckloads of 900 bags can attract prices near N10,500 per bag, but this is beyond reach for small-scale buyers.
In Lagos State, prices have risen from about N9,000 in December 2025 to N10,000 in January 2026 and now to N11,500 in some areas.
Retailers attributed increases to middlemen, while dealers cited higher logistics, statutory costs, and distributor margins.
Northern states including Kano, Kaduna, and Jigawa also recorded retail prices above N10,500. Block makers are adjusting, raising nine-inch blocks from N750 to N800 in Kano.
Stakeholders warn that the rise could slow down construction projects and weaken purchasing power.
Former president of the Nigerian Institute of Builders, Kunle Awobodu, urged government engagement with manufacturers to ease production costs and improve affordability.
Industry observers highlighted that weak competition and high market concentration keep cement prices high in Nigeria despite surplus production capacity. Analysts call for competition reforms rather than reopening imports.
