Lagos Food Prices – March 2026 Snapshot (Week 1)


Last Updated: March 2026 (Week 1)


Food prices in Lagos continue to reflect supply movement from northern farms, fuel costs, and transportation adjustments across major markets including Mile 12, Oyingbo, Daleko, and Agege.


Below is the observed market price range for essential food items this week.


Prices may vary depending on location, volume purchased, and negotiation.


🍚 Rice Prices in Lagos – March Week 1


  • Local rice (50kg): ₦48,000 – ₦54,000
  • Foreign rice (50kg): ₦68,000 – ₦80,000

Rice prices remain relatively stable entering March, with foreign brands still influenced by exchange-related import costs.

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🌶 Pepper, Tomato & Onion Prices – March Week 1

• Basket of tomatoes: ₦28,000 – ₦52,000

• Basket of pepper: ₦32,000 – ₦65,000

• Bag of onions: ₦48,000 – ₦75,000

Tomatoes showed moderate movement depending on supply flow from northern regions. Pepper remains on the higher side due to reduced early-week arrivals.


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🍗 Chicken & Meat Prices – March Week 1

  • Live broiler chicken: ₦12,000 – ₦23,000
  • Cleaned chicken: ₦10,000 – ₦15,500
  • Fresh cow meat : ₦7,000 – ₦8,500 per kg
  • Fresh goat meat : ₦8,000 – ₦11,000
  • Fresh pork : ₦5,000 – ₦7,000 per kg

Poultry and live stock prices remain steady as demand from households and small gatherings keeps pricing firm.


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🐟 Fish & Seafood Prices – March Week 1

  • Croaker (medium): ₦5,500 – ₦6,500
  • Titus (mackerel): ₦6,800 – ₦7,500
  • Fresh fish ( same day catch) : ₦8,000 – ₦18,000
  • Fresh lobster : ₦18,000 – ₦24,000

Fish prices recorded slight increases in some markets due to transportation and supply chain adjustments.


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🛢 Cooking Oil Prices – March Week 1

  • 25 litres vegetable oil: ₦65,000 – ₦95,000
    Cooking oil continues to fluctuate based on wholesale supply patterns.

👉 Check cooking oil availability: https://24hoursmarket.com/product-category/oil/


📊 Market Summary – March 2026 (Week 1)

This week reflects:

  • Stable rice prices
  • Mild upward movement in vegetables
  • Steady poultry pricing
  • Slight increase in seafood
    Market activity remains sensitive to fuel and transportation costs.

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