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How Much Is a Bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Nigeria Today?

A 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Nigeria today costs ₦40,000 – ₦70,000 as of August 2026. Prices vary by city — see full breakdown below.
📅 Updated: August 11, 2026 📍 4 cities covered 📦 2 size variants

Current Beans (Black-eyed) Price in Nigeria (August 11, 2026)

Below are the current beans (black-eyed) prices in Nigeria, sourced from major open markets. Prices are updated regularly — last updated August 11, 2026.

25kg bag
₦20,000 – ₦36,000
National average
50kg bag
₦40,000 – ₦70,000
National average
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These are open market prices. Supermarket prices are typically 10–20% higher. Wholesale prices (buying a lorry load) are 5–15% lower than open market.

Beans (Black-eyed) Price by City (2026)

Prices differ across Nigerian cities due to transport costs, proximity to producing states, and local demand. Below is the beans (black-eyed) price breakdown by major city as of August 11, 2026.

City / Market 50kg bag Market Note
📍 Abuja ₦48,000 – ₦80,000
📍 Kano ₦38,000 – ₦65,000 Dawanau
📍 Lagos ₦45,000 – ₦75,000 Mile 12
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Prices fluctuate daily. These figures represent the market range for August 11, 2026. Always confirm with your local market before purchase.

Full Beans (Black-eyed) Price Table — All Sizes & Cities

Complete price breakdown by bag size (50kg, 25kg, 10kg, 5kg) and city, as of August 11, 2026.

Size / Variant Market / City Min Price Max Price Note Last Updated
25kg bag National Average ₦20,000 ₦36,000 August, 2026
50kg bag National Average ₦40,000 ₦70,000 Oloyin / Black-eyed beans August, 2026
50kg bag Abuja ₦48,000 ₦80,000 August, 2026
50kg bag Kano ₦38,000 ₦65,000 Dawanau August, 2026
50kg bag Lagos ₦45,000 ₦75,000 Mile 12 August, 2026

About Beans (Black-eyed) in Nigeria

Black-eyed beans (white beans / oloyin) — staple protein in Nigerian households.

The price of beans (black-eyed) in Nigeria is influenced by several factors including the harvest season, fuel costs and transport, exchange rate fluctuations (for imported rice), government policies (e.g. import tariffs), and proximity to producing states like Kebbi, Ebonyi, Ekiti, and Anambra.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beans (Black-eyed) Price in Nigeria

How much is a bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Nigeria?

A 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Nigeria currently costs ₦40,000 – ₦70,000 on average. Prices vary by city and market. Updated August 11, 2026.

How much is a bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Nigeria today?

Today (August 11, 2026), a 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) costs ₦40,000 – ₦70,000 in Nigerian markets. Lagos and Abuja prices may be slightly higher than the national average.

How much is a bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Lagos?

In Lagos, a 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) costs ₦45,000 – ₦75,000 (August 11, 2026). Prices may vary between open markets and supermarkets.

How much is a bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Abuja?

In Abuja, a 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) costs ₦48,000 – ₦80,000 (August 11, 2026). Prices may vary between open markets and supermarkets.

How much is a bag of Beans (Black-eyed) in Kano?

In Kano, a 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) costs ₦38,000 – ₦65,000 (August 11, 2026). Prices may vary between open markets and supermarkets.

What is the difference in price between 50kg and 25kg Beans (Black-eyed)?

A 50kg bag of Beans (Black-eyed) currently costs ₦40,000 – ₦70,000 while a 25kg bag costs ₦20,000 – ₦36,000 (August 11, 2026). The 50kg bag is more economical per kilogram.

How often are these prices updated?

Prices on this page are updated manually by our editorial team based on regular market surveys across Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Onitsha, and other major markets. The last update was July 26, 2026 at 12:02pm. We aim to update prices at least weekly or whenever significant market shifts occur.

Why does the price of beans (black-eyed) differ across cities?

Prices vary across Nigerian cities due to: transport costs from producing regions, state-level market conditions, proximity to wholesale grain markets (e.g. Dawanau in Kano, Mile 12 in Lagos), local demand levels, and whether you're buying from an open market, supermarket, or wholesaler. Open market prices are typically 10–20% lower than supermarket prices.

Other Food Prices in Nigeria Today

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Prices on this page are collected from open market surveys across Nigerian cities and are provided for informational purposes only. Actual prices in your local market may differ. CurrentAffairs.com.ng is an independent civic information platform. Last reviewed: August 11, 2026.