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New Cement Prices Emerge as Dangote, BUA Release Fresh Rates

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New Cement Prices Emerge as Dangote, BUA Release Fresh Rates

The Federal Government has expressed concern over the continued rise in cement prices, warning that the trend is piling pressure on ongoing infrastructure projects across the country.

Minister of Works, David Umahi, said the persistent increase in cement prices is driving up the cost of road and other public infrastructure projects, forcing contractors to seek contract reviews due to escalating construction expenses.

According to the minister, the Federal Government is investing heavily in critical infrastructure and requires the support of cement manufacturers through more affordable pricing to ensure the timely execution of projects.

Market prices have continued to climb despite appeals by the government. A 50kg bag of cement, which sold for between ₦7,500 and ₦10,000 in 2025, now retails for between ₦11,500 and ₦15,000 in many parts of the country, with some locations recording prices as high as ₦13,000 and above.

Current market checks also show that Dangote Cement and BUA Cement are selling for between ₦11,500 and ₦13,000 per 50kg bag in several states, depending on the location and distributor.

Umahi attributed the growing concern to the impact of rising cement prices on the cost of delivering major infrastructure projects, urging manufacturers to reduce prices and expand production capacity to support the government’s infrastructure agenda and ease the burden on contractors and Nigerians.