Nigeria's Cement Prices Soar to ₦10,500 Per Bag, Housing Crisis Looms
The price of cement in Nigeria has risen to ₦10,500 per bag, a significant increase from ₦9,800 in December 2025. This surge, attributed to major manufacturers like Mangal, has sparked worries about housing affordability and construction costs.
Alhaji Aliyu Oroji Wamakko expressed concerns over the impact on property development and employment in the country. Despite assurances from the cement industry, prices have exceeded expectations, leading to a 100% rise in annual rents for self-contained apartments in urban centers like Abuja and Lagos.
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