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How Much Is a Bag of Cassava (Raw) in Nigeria Today?

A 50kg bag of Cassava (Raw) in Nigeria today costs ₦12,000 – ₦20,000 as of August 2026.
📅 Updated: August 10, 2026 📍 1 cities covered 📦 1 size variants

Current Cassava (Raw) Price in Nigeria (August 10, 2026)

Below are the current cassava (raw) prices in Nigeria, sourced from major open markets. Prices are updated regularly — last updated August 10, 2026.

50kg bag
₦12,000 – ₦20,000
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.

About Cassava (Raw) in Nigeria

Raw cassava tubers — sold per bag or lorry load in producing states.

The price of cassava (raw) 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 — Cassava (Raw) Price in Nigeria

How much is a bag of Cassava (Raw) in Nigeria?

A 50kg bag of Cassava (Raw) in Nigeria currently costs ₦12,000 – ₦20,000 on average. Prices vary by city and market. Updated August 10, 2026.

How much is a bag of Cassava (Raw) in Nigeria today?

Today (August 10, 2026), a 50kg bag of Cassava (Raw) costs ₦12,000 – ₦20,000 in Nigerian markets. Lagos and Abuja prices may be slightly higher than the national average.

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 cassava (raw) 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 10, 2026.