As of early May 2026, the cost of cement in Nigeria continues to reflect sustained market pressure, with a 50kg bag selling between ₦10,000 and ₦14,000 across various parts of the country.
Despite earlier reports of agreements between manufacturers and the Federal Government to moderate prices, the reality on the ground shows that retail prices remain significantly high in most cities.
A breakdown of current market prices indicates that Dangote Cement is retailing between ₦11,000 and ₦12,500 per bag, maintaining a strong presence as one of the most widely distributed brands nationwide.
BUA Cement appears to be slightly more affordable, with prices ranging from ₦10,000 to ₦11,000, while Lafarge Africa tops the chart, with prices fluctuating between ₦12,000 and ₦14,000.
Regional disparities continue to play a significant role in determining the final cost to consumers.
In cities such as Warri and Calabar, prices are typically higher—ranging from ₦12,500 to ₦13,000—largely due to transportation challenges, logistics costs, and supply chain inefficiencies.
Market analysts attribute the persistent high prices to a combination of factors, including increased demand driven by ongoing construction activities, rising production costs, and fluctuations in foreign exchange rates affecting imported inputs.
Although regulatory efforts were aimed at stabilizing prices, these underlying economic pressures have continued to undermine such initiatives.
Stakeholders in the construction sector have expressed concern over the impact of rising cement prices on housing affordability and infrastructure development.
Builders and developers warn that unless concrete measures are implemented to address supply bottlenecks and production costs, the trend may persist, further straining both individual and large-scale construction projects.
In the absence of effective price control enforcement, consumers are left to navigate a market where cement prices remain largely dictated by demand and distribution dynamics, raising broader questions about affordability and economic stability in Nigeria’s building sector.
