Price of fire extinguishers and fire safety equipment in Nigeria
Dry powder extinguisher 9kg, Abuja
₦45,000per unit
Market range ₦36,000 to ₦54,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Dry powder extinguisher 9kg costs about ₦45,000 per unit in Abuja (market range ₦36,000 to ₦54,000). Other lines: Conventional fire alarm panel 8-zone: ₦650,000 per unit; Addressable fire alarm panel 2-loop: ₦6,531,700 per unit; Addressable optical smoke detector with base: ₦83,979 per unit; Addressable heat detector with base: ₦74,648 per unit.
Fire safety equipment prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry powder extinguisher 9kg | unit | ₦45,000 | ₦36,000 - ₦54,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Conventional fire alarm panel 8-zone | unit | ₦650,000 | ₦520,000 - ₦780,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Addressable fire alarm panel 2-loop | unit | ₦6,531,700 | ₦5,225,360 - ₦7,838,040 | - | Low | derived |
| Addressable optical smoke detector with base | unit | ₦83,979 | ₦67,183 - ₦100,775 | - | Low | derived |
| Addressable heat detector with base | unit | ₦74,648 | ₦59,718 - ₦89,578 | - | Low | derived |
| Addressable manual call point | unit | ₦74,648 | ₦59,718 - ₦89,578 | - | Low | derived |
| Addressable sounder-beacon | unit | ₦83,979 | ₦67,183 - ₦100,775 | - | Low | derived |
| Fire-resistant cable 2-core 1.5mm2 (FP200-type), per m | m | ₦1,800 | ₦1,440 - ₦2,160 | - | Low | derived |
| Sprinkler head pendent 68degC K5.6 | unit | ₦11,197 | ₦8,958 - ₦13,437 | - | Low | derived |
| Fire hose reel 30m in cabinet, complete | unit | ₦450,000 | ₦360,000 - ₦540,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Landing valve 2.5" with blank cap | unit | ₦335,916 | ₦268,733 - ₦403,099 | - | Low | derived |
| Fire pump set 500gpm (electric + diesel + jockey) with controllers | set | ₦70,915,600 | ₦56,732,480 - ₦85,098,720 | - | Low | derived |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Fire safety equipment 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 unit | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦45,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦47,700 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦48,600 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦42,750 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦43,200 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦41,850 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦42,300 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦44,100 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦44,550 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦46,350 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦42,750 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦58,500 | 1.30 |
How much fire safety equipment 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 fire safety equipment price moves the cost of finished work.
| Item of work | Quantity used | Cost in the rate | Share of rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addressable smoke detection point with 15m FP cable in conduit | 1 unit per point | ₦83,979 | 68% |
| Addressable smoke detection point with 15m FP cable in conduit | 15.8 m per point | ₦28,350 | 23% |
| Addressable fire alarm panel 2-loop installed and commissioned | 1 unit per unit | ₦6,531,700 | 99% |
| Manual call point with 15m FP cable in conduit | 1 unit per unit | ₦74,648 | 66% |
| Manual call point with 15m FP cable in conduit | 15.8 m per unit | ₦28,350 | 25% |
| Sounder-beacon with 15m FP cable in conduit | 1 unit per unit | ₦83,979 | 69% |
| Sounder-beacon with 15m FP cable in conduit | 15.8 m per unit | ₦28,350 | 23% |
| Sprinkler head with 3m 1" galvanised branch pipe and hangers | 1.02 unit per unit | ₦11,421 | 34% |
| Fire hose reel cabinet installed with 12m 1" supply | 1 unit per unit | ₦450,000 | 86% |
| Dry powder extinguisher 9kg wall-mounted with sign | 1 unit per unit | ₦45,000 | 83% |
| Fire pump set 500gpm installed on base and commissioned | 1 set per set | ₦70,915,600 | 98% |
What affects the price
Most fire equipment is imported; buy from suppliers who provide certified, refillable units and annual servicing.
Sources
- Desk estimate (Oct 2026) - no reliable dated Nigerian source; verify with 3 supplier quotes
Frequently asked questions
How much is a fire extinguisher in Nigeria?
As at 15 October 2026, Dry powder extinguisher 9kg costs about ₦45,000 per unit in Abuja, within a market range of ₦36,000 to ₦54,000, 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 ₦47,700 in Lagos and ₦48,600 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Most fire equipment is imported; buy from suppliers who provide certified, refillable units and annual servicing.
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/fire-safety/, prices as at 15 October 2026.