How Much Is a Piece of Chicken (Live) in Nigeria Today?
Current Chicken (Live) Price in Nigeria (August 10, 2026)
Below are the current chicken (live) prices in Nigeria, sourced from major open markets. Prices are updated regularly — last updated August 10, 2026.
About Chicken (Live) in Nigeria
Live broiler chicken — sold per bird, weight varies 1.5–3kg.
The price of chicken (live) 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 — Chicken (Live) Price in Nigeria
How much is a piece of Chicken (Live) in Nigeria?
A per bird of Chicken (Live) in Nigeria currently costs ₦4,500 – ₦7,500 on average. Prices vary by city and market. Updated August 10, 2026.
How much is a piece of Chicken (Live) in Nigeria today?
Today (August 10, 2026), a per bird of Chicken (Live) costs ₦4,500 – ₦7,500 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 chicken (live) 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.