Price of iron rods (rebar) in Nigeria today
High-yield rebar 12-16mm, per tonne, Abuja
₦1,050,000per tonne
Market range ₦950,000 to ₦1,150,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, High-yield rebar 12-16mm, per tonne costs about ₦1,050,000 per tonne in Abuja (market range ₦950,000 to ₦1,150,000). Other lines: Rebar 8-10mm, per tonne: ₦1,100,000 per tonne; High-yield rebar 20-25mm, per tonne: ₦1,070,000 per tonne; High-yield rebar 32mm, per tonne: ₦1,100,000 per tonne; 8mm rebar, 12m length (0.395 kg/m): ₦5,214 per length.
Iron rods (rebar) prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebar 8-10mm, per tonne | tonne | ₦1,100,000 | ₦1,000,000 - ₦1,200,000 | - | Medium | 2026-05-28 |
| High-yield rebar 12-16mm, per tonne | tonne | ₦1,050,000 | ₦950,000 - ₦1,150,000 | - | Medium | 2026-05-28 |
| High-yield rebar 20-25mm, per tonne | tonne | ₦1,070,000 | ₦970,000 - ₦1,180,000 | - | Medium | 2026-05-28 |
| High-yield rebar 32mm, per tonne | tonne | ₦1,100,000 | ₦880,000 - ₦1,320,000 | - | Low | derived |
| 8mm rebar, 12m length (0.395 kg/m) | length | ₦5,214 | ₦4,740 - ₦5,688 | - | Medium | derived |
| 10mm rebar, 12m length (0.617 kg/m) | length | ₦8,144 | ₦7,404 - ₦8,885 | - | Medium | derived |
| 12mm rebar, 12m length (0.888 kg/m) | length | ₦11,189 | ₦10,123 - ₦12,254 | - | Medium | derived |
| 16mm rebar, 12m length (1.578 kg/m) | length | ₦19,883 | ₦17,989 - ₦21,776 | - | Medium | derived |
| 20mm rebar, 12m length (2.466 kg/m) | length | ₦31,663 | ₦28,704 - ₦34,919 | - | Medium | derived |
| 25mm rebar, 12m length (3.853 kg/m) | length | ₦49,473 | ₦44,849 - ₦54,558 | - | Medium | derived |
| 32mm rebar, 12m length (6.313 kg/m) | length | ₦83,332 | ₦66,665 - ₦99,998 | - | Low | derived |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Iron rods (rebar) 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 tonne | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦1,050,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦1,113,000 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦1,134,000 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦997,500 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦1,008,000 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦976,500 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦987,000 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦1,029,000 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦1,039,500 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦1,081,500 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦997,500 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦1,365,000 | 1.30 |
How much iron rods (rebar) 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 iron rods (rebar) price moves the cost of finished work.
What affects the price
Rebar prices track global steel and scrap prices, the exchange rate and energy costs at local mills. Imported TMT bars usually cost more than local bars, and small diameters often cost more per tonne. Weigh-check deliveries: undersized bars are common.
Sources
- Spiritlevel/Naijasabi (2026) avg N1.1m/t; BestSales (Feb 2026) 12/16mm TMT N1.01m/t
Frequently asked questions
How much is a tonne of iron rod in Nigeria today?
As at 15 October 2026, High-yield rebar 12-16mm, per tonne costs about ₦1,050,000 per tonne in Abuja, within a market range of ₦950,000 to ₦1,150,000, 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 ₦1,113,000 in Lagos and ₦1,134,000 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Rebar prices track global steel and scrap prices, the exchange rate and energy costs at local mills. Imported TMT bars usually cost more than local bars, and small diameters often cost more per tonne. Weigh-check deliveries: undersized bars are common.
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/iron-rods/, prices as at 15 October 2026.