Food Prices Soar! Rice, Beans, And Tomatoes Hit Sh*cking Highs Across Markets This Week

Nigerians continue to face mounting pressure from skyrocketing food prices, with essential staples like rice, beans, spaghetti, onions, oil, and tomatoes still selling at high rates in local markets.

A recent market survey by Naija News indicates that even with the ongoing harvest season, prices have not eased significantly, leaving consumers with little relief.

Rice Now ₦64,000 Per Bag
The cost of a 50kg bag of rice has climbed to ₦64,000 — one of the highest price points recorded in recent months. Market analysts attribute this surge to persistent challenges such as rising transportation costs, import duties, and the continued depreciation of the naira, all of which disrupt supply chains.

Beans Selling for ₦4,800 Per Bowl
Beans, another dietary staple, remain costly at ₦4,800 per bowl. Although harvests have improved in parts of northern Nigeria, insecurity in farming communities and expensive logistics continue to drive prices up.

Soaring Prices for Spaghetti, Onions, and Oil
Golden Penny Spaghetti has also seen a notable increase, with a carton now priced at ₦19,000. A bowl of onions goes for ₦4,000, while 1 litre of groundnut oil costs ₦3,700 — price hikes largely blamed on rising processing and import expenses.

Tomatoes and Pepper Still Expensive
Tomato prices have only slightly dropped, with a small basket selling at ₦3,500. Meanwhile, the price of pepper remains high at ₦9,000, putting additional strain on families who rely on these for daily meals.

Garri Prices Climb to ₦1,600 Per Paint Bucket
Even garri, the cassava-based staple popular across Nigeria, has not been spared. A paint bucket now sells for ₦1,600, which traders attribute to higher processing and production costs.