Rice holds a significant place in the Nigerian diet, being one of the most widely consumed staples across the nation. For as long as memory can search, the price of rice in Nigeria has always fluctuated. This fluctuation can be seasonal or can be a result of exchange rates (at the time Nigeria was still a major importer of rice). Things are quite different today, but rice is still not as cheap as Nigerians want it to be.
The Nigerian rice market features a variety of brands catering to different consumer needs and budgets. Due to various economic factors, the prices of bags of rice in Nigeria tend to fluctuate from time to time and normally you would have to go all the way to the market to find out the price of a bag of rice in Nigeria but now you can simply be anywhere with your mobile phone or laptop and check and compare the prices of various sizes of bags of rice from different brands easily.
Rice is packed in sacks of different sizes which include 50kgs, 25kgs, 10kgs, and even 5kgs. These go for different prices and are dependent on the brand, color, and quality of the produce.
Let’s take a look at the current prices of rice in Nigerian markets across the geopolitical zones in the country. These prices are for those who are not particular about brand per se.
Current Prices of Rice in Nigeria
Below are the prices of rice in different regions:
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- Rice (50kg bag) price in Abuja == N23,000 - N25,000
- Rice (50kg bag) price in Lagos == N23,000 - N26,500
- Rice (50kg bag) price in Jos, Plateau State == N23,500 - N25,000
- Rice (50kg bag) price in Ilorin, Kwara State == N24,000 - N27,000
- Rice (50kg bag) price in Ibadan, Oyo State == N22,000 - N25,500
- Rice (50kg bag) price in Port Harcourt, Rivers State == N23,500 - N26,500
- Rice (25kg bag) price in Lagos == N13,000 - N14,000
- Rice (25kg bag) price in Sokoto, Sokoto State == N11,500 - N13,000
- Rice (100kg bag) price in Sokoto, Sokoto State == N44,000 - N47,000
Here is a table summarizing the prices:
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Popular Rice Brands and Their Prices
Nigeria’s rice market features a variety of brands catering to different consumer needs and budgets. Here are some popular brands and their prices:
Caprice Rice
Caprice is another popular household name in Nigeria. In fact, it is one brand that you’re likely to see everywhere you look in the country. Along with Mama Gold and Stallion, it stands tall as one of the most popular rice brands in the country. It has been one of the cheapest brands as well for some time.
- Caprice 50kg Rice - N28,000 to N34,000
- Caprice 25kg Rice - N13,500 to N17,500
Royal Stallion Rice
This rice is marketed by the Stallion Group of Companies, marketers of other Stallion-branded products, including several food items, automobiles, and household items. Stallion rice is one of the world-leading rice brands, with rice from reputable countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, India, Brazil, and the United States of America. It offers a quality variety of rice and little wonder it is a well sought-after brand in the country.
- Royal Stallion 50kg Rice - N25,000 to N27,500 (depending on the market)
- Royal Stallion 25kg Rice - N12,500 - N14,000
Rice Master Rice
Rice Master Rice is another known quality brand that has dominated the market for some time and given satisfaction to our taste buds. It is a well-parboiled and tasty blend of rice with a unique flavor and color. It is available in major markets across the nation at a reasonably competitive price too.
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- Rice Master 50kg Rice - N26,000 to N30,000 (depending on the market)
- Rice Master 25kg Rice - N13,000 to N15,500 (depending on the market)
Mama Gold Rice
Mama Gold rice is a popular brand of rice in Nigeria and for very good reasons. It is a superior quality Thai-parboiled rice that contains very little starch content. Many Nigerians call it special rice for this reason, as it is easy to cook; you don’t have to spend too much time parboiling all over again. It comes in different sizes and prices accordingly. This rice is available in several markets across the country, including the popular Daleko market in Lagos.
- Mama Gold 50kg Rice - N30,000 to N35,000 (depending on the market)
Other Rice Brands
Here are prices for some other brands available in Nigeria:
- Falcon Rice: This is a medium, long, and whole grain rice that is produced in the United States.
- Price (25kg) - N8,000 to N9,000
- Basmati Rice: Basmati Rice is another brand that is fast growing in popularity.
Summary of Rice Prices in Nigeria
To provide a clear overview, here's a summary table of the rice prices mentioned:
| Brand | Size | Price Range (Naira) |
|---|---|---|
| Generic Rice (Abuja) | 50kg | 23,000 - 25,000 |
| Generic Rice (Lagos) | 50kg | 23,000 - 26,500 |
| Caprice | 50kg | 28,000 - 34,000 |
| Caprice | 25kg | 13,500 - 17,500 |
| Royal Stallion | 50kg | 25,000 - 27,500 |
| Royal Stallion | 25kg | 12,500 - 14,000 |
| Rice Master | 50kg | 26,000 - 30,000 |
| Rice Master | 25kg | 13,000 - 15,500 |
| Mama Gold | 50kg | 30,000 - 35,000 |
| Falcon Rice | 25kg | 8,000 - 9,000 |
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