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Fuel prices in Nigeria

Check the latest available petrol, diesel, and LPG snapshot for Nigeria in NGN. Use this page to plan generator spend, compare Nigeria with other African countries, and sanity-check transport or household fuel budgets.

Updated Apr 13, 2026 · Latest available prices · Verify locally before purchase.

Generator cost estimate in Nigeria

A 5 KVA petrol generator running 8 hours per day for 26 days per month uses about 312 litres monthly in this simple planning model.

Monthly estimateNGN 382,902

$281.74 for comparison.

Fuel used312 litres/month

Assumes 1.5 litres per hour.

Price basisNGN 1,227.25/L

Use local pump prices for final decisions.

How to use these Nigeria fuel prices

AfroFuel shows Nigeria prices in local currency first because households, drivers, shops, and procurement teams usually pay locally. The USD values are secondary comparison figures for checking Nigeria against the wider African table.

In this snapshot, Nigeria petrol is 27% below the West Africa average. Prices may still differ between Lagos, Abuja, rural stations, bulk suppliers, and border corridors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the petrol price in Nigeria?

The latest available AfroFuel snapshot shows petrol in Nigeria at NGN 1,227.25/L, with a USD comparison of $0.90/L. Prices can vary between Lagos, Abuja, highways, depots, and individual stations.

What is the diesel price in Nigeria?

Diesel is shown at NGN 2,023.75/L in the latest available snapshot. Use the USD comparison of $1.49/L only for cross-country comparison, not as a pump quote.

How much is LPG in Nigeria?

LPG is listed at NGN 1,200/kg in the snapshot. AfroFuel displays LPG per kilogram so households and small businesses can compare cylinder refill costs more easily.

How much does a 5 KVA generator cost to run in Nigeria?

Using a simple 5 KVA estimate of 1.5 litres per hour for 8 hours per day and 26 days per month, monthly petrol spend is about NGN 382,902, or $281.74 for comparison.

When were these Nigeria fuel prices updated?

This country page uses the latest available AfroFuel row updated Apr 13, 2026. Treat it as a planning estimate and verify the local pump, depot, or supplier price before buying fuel or quoting transport.

Can I compare Nigeria with another African country?

Yes. Use the comparison tool to compare Nigeria against nearby West Africa markets or any other country in the AfroFuel table.