Diesel and petrol prices for construction in Nigeria
Diesel (AGO), pump price, per litre, Abuja
₦1,870per litre
Market range ₦1,780 to ₦1,950 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Diesel (AGO), pump price, per litre costs about ₦1,870 per litre in Abuja (market range ₦1,780 to ₦1,950). That is down 1.6% from ₦1,900 at the previous update. Other lines: Petrol (PMS), pump price, per litre: ₦1,405 per litre; LPG (cooking/torching gas), per kg: ₦1,100 per kg.
Diesel and petrol prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (AGO), pump price, per litre | litre | ₦1,870 | ₦1,780 - ₦1,950 | ▼ -1.6% | Medium | 2026-10-05 |
| Petrol (PMS), pump price, per litre | litre | ₦1,405 | ₦1,405 - ₦1,410 | ▲ 1.4% | High | 2026-10-12 |
| LPG (cooking/torching gas), per kg | kg | ₦1,100 | ₦980 - ₦1,170 | no change | Medium | 2026-10-11 |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Diesel and petrol prices by location
Estimated by applying Buildocrat's materials location factor to the Abuja price. Always confirm with a local supplier.
| Location | Estimated price per litre | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦1,870 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦1,982 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦2,020 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦1,776 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦1,795 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦1,739 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦1,758 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦1,833 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦1,851 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦1,926 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦1,776 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦2,431 | 1.30 |
How much diesel and petrol each item of work uses
These quantities come from Buildocrat's rate build-ups and include a waste allowance. They show how a change in the diesel and petrol price moves the cost of finished work.
| Item of work | Quantity used | Cost in the rate | Share of rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4mm torch-on bitumen membrane on primed concrete slab | 0.25 kg per m² | ₦275 | 4% |
What affects the price
Diesel and petrol are deregulated. Pump prices follow the refinery gantry price, crude oil prices and the exchange rate. Diesel drives the cost of plant hire and haulage on every site.
Sources
- Abuja pumps after 10-11 Oct rise: NNPC Azhata N1,405, MRS N1,409, AA Rano/AYM Shafa N1,409, AA Rano/Ranoil N1,410 (Vanguard 11 Oct, Legit 12 Oct 2026); NNPC app-payment promo N1,339 to 31 Oct
- Legit 1 Oct 2026: Dangote AGO gantry N1,850 -> N1,780, Lagos depots N1,795-1,890; DailyFuels 5 Oct nat. pump avg N1,811 (Sep N1,834). Abuja pump adopted
- Legit 11 Oct 2026: depot LPG N980 (Dangote) - N1,160-1,170/kg (11 PLC, Ardova, Nipco, Navgas); Abuja retail N1,250-1,650/kg (Legit 8 Oct)
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of diesel in Nigeria today?
As at 15 October 2026, Diesel (AGO), pump price, per litre costs about ₦1,870 per litre in Abuja, within a market range of ₦1,780 to ₦1,950, according to Buildocrat's Nigeria Construction Rate Book.
How much does it cost in Lagos and Port Harcourt?
Applying Buildocrat's location factors, the same item is estimated at about ₦1,982 in Lagos and ₦2,020 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Diesel and petrol are deregulated. Pump prices follow the refinery gantry price, crude oil prices and the exchange rate. Diesel drives the cost of plant hire and haulage on every site.
How often is this price updated?
Buildocrat re-checks key prices every Monday against dated market sources. This page was last updated on 15 October 2026.
How to cite: Buildocrat, Nigeria Construction Rate Book, https://rates.buildocrat.store/prices/diesel-petrol/, prices as at 15 October 2026.