Current Price of 50 KG Bag of Garri in Nigeria 2024

In recent months, both consumers and traders have been interested in the price of a 50 kg bag of garri in Nigeria because the price keeps fluctuating in the market; hardly a month would pass by without experiencing an increase in the cost of garri,  

Garri, made from fermented cassava flour, is popular in Nigeria due to its relative affordability and availability, different classes of society rely on it, especially the middle class and low-income households. Still,  garri is becoming a food for the rich due to its skyrocketing price.

This post will talk about how much a 50-kg bag of garri currently costs in Nigeria and what factors affect that price.

Also read: Cost Of Bag Of Rice After Dollars Crashed & Naira Rebound (April 2024)

How Much Is a 50 KG Bag Of Garri In Nigeria 2024?

Ogaprice recently conducted market research across several Nigerian cities, including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Benin, Asaba, Warri and Kano, revealing that the price of a 50 kg bag of garri ranges between N50,000 and N80,000; these prices vary substantially depending on the location and quality of the garri.

Current Price of 50 KG Bag of Garri Across Various Cities in Nigeria.

Factors such as proximity to cassava farms, local demand, and economic situations can cause garri prices to fluctuate considerably throughout Nigeria.

We look at the current price of 50 KG bag of garri throughout several Nigerian cities in July 2024 below.

City	Price (NGN)
Lagos	55,000 to 70,000
Abuja	65,000 to 80,000
Port Harcourt	60,000 to 70,000
Onitsha	55,000 to 65,000
Benin	65,000 to 75,000
Asaba	60,000 to 70,000
Warri	60,000 to 70,000
Kano	70,000 to 80,000
Kaduna	70,000 to 80,000

The price of a 50 kg bag of garri varies in different cities in Nigeria. As you can see from the table above, costs are lower in the southern part of the country, where cassava farming is more common, than in the northern part, where cassava farming is less common.

So, the price of garri may go down in places like Onitsha, Asaba, Benin, and Lagos, but it may go up in places like Kaduna, Kano, and Borno.

Price Of Yellow Garri Per Kg In Nigeria Today (July 13, 2024)

QUATITY OF GARRI	AVERAGE PRICE
1kg	N1,200
5kg	N6,000
10kg	N11,000
25kg	N28,000
50kg	N60,000
100kg	N110,000

Price Of Garri Ijebu Per Kg In Nigeria Today (July 13, 2024)

In some regions like the south and northern parts of the country, Garri Ijebu is higher in price than the normal yellow garri due to a shortage in supply, as Garri Ijebu is produced in the western part of the country.

QUATITY OF GARRI	AVERAGE PRICE
1kg	N2,000
5kg	N10,000
10kg	N20,000
25kg	N40,000
50kg	N80,000
100kg	N150,000

How Much Is A Paint Rubber Of Garri?

A paint rubber of garri costs between N3,000 to N4,000 depending on your location and the type of garri; Ijebu garri generally costs more than yellow garri, so expect to pay between N4,000 to N5,000 naira when buying Ijebu gari

A paint rubber is used to measure and sell garri to those who want to buy garri in small quantities for household consumption; that is, if a 50kg bag will be too big or too expensive for your family.

Other measuring units they used in selling garri in the markets, are mud, rice cups, derica, etc.

Different Measurements Of Garri And Their Prices

MEASUREMENTS	PRICE (NAIRA)
Cup of garri	300
Derica of garri	800
Mudu of Garri	1200
Paint bucket	3,500
Small bag of garri (10kg)	11,000

How Many Custard Paint Rubber Is In A 50kg Bag Of Garri?

The number of custard paint buckets in a bag of 50kg garri is 20 paint rubber.

Factors Affecting Price of Garri in Nigeria

Several reasons contribute to the variability in the cost of garri in Nigeria. Some of these factors include:

The Cost of Cassava

One key component that plays a role in determining the cost of garri is cassava, which is the principal component used in the making of garri. If the price of cassava increases, the price of garri will also increase.

Transportation Expenses 

The costs of transporting cassava from the farm to the place of processing the cassava into garri and then to the market are other factors that influence the price of garri.

Higher garri prices may result from both rising fuel prices and transportation difficulties. 

Seasonality

Seasons have the potential to influence the cost of garri. The output of cassava is higher during the wet season, which results in it being sold at reduced prices.

During the dry season, production typically decreases, leading to increased pricing.

Cassava Production Levels:

Garri prices are greatly affected by the supply of raw cassava tubers. Changes in cassava yields caused by weather, pests, and disease outbreaks can also affect garri production and prices.

Weather Conditions:

The agricultural industry of Nigeria mostly depends on weather variations, so droughts, floods, and other negative weather events which pose threat to food security can influence cassava output, affecting supply and prices of this staple food.

Processing and Labor Costs:

The final price of garri is significantly influenced by the labour, machinery, and energy expenses involved in turning cassava into garri.

General Inflation

As a result of the inflation currently experienced in Nigeria, the price of garri has gone up drastically, threatening to go out of reach of ordinary Nigerians. So, just like food prices in Nigeria was affected by inflation, garri is also hit.

Where To Buy Garri At Cheap Price

The village markets are one of the best places to buy garri at a cheaper price.  These village market traders usually buy directly from the farmers after processing at a cheaper price, so they sell at a relatively affordable price to consumers or intermediaries.

If you do not live far from the village markets and you want to buy garri in large quantities, these village markets are the best place to buy from

Other places where you can buy cheap garri are:

• The normal markets like Mile 12 in Lagos or Garki market in Abuja.
• Effurun market in Warri.
• Oba market in Benin City.

You can buy garri from markets at a relatively cheaper price than in stores and supermarkets.

Conclusion: Current Price of 50 KG Bag of Garri in Nigeria 2024

The current price of a 50 KG bag of garri in Nigeria in 2024 varies considerably across cities, with Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Asaba, Warri, Benin, Onitsha and Kano having different prices.

The factors affecting garri prices, including cassava prices, transportation costs, seasonality, and production costs, contribute to the price fluctuations.

Consumers and traders are advised to know these factors and when and how to buy garri at cheaper prices.