Top 10 most expensive states to live in Nigeria in July 2025

In July 2025, Nigeria's headline inflation rate decreased for the fourth consecutive month, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The percentage point slowdown compared to the previous month was substantial, with a significant decline recorded compared to July 2024.

The top 10 most expensive states to live in were identified, with Kaduna, Nasarawa, Osun, and the Federal Capital Territory among those experiencing notable price pressures, particularly in food inflation. The inflation profiles of these states varied, with factors such as transport, housing, and utilities contributing to the overall cost burden.

States like Kano, Taraba, Benue, and Borno faced significant food inflation challenges, with acute supply disruptions and high food prices driving up living costs. Niger State, in particular, experienced a sharp increase in food inflation, indicating widespread price pressure across various categories.

Borno topped the list with staggering annual inflation rates and severe monthly increases in.