Price of ready-mix concrete per cubic metre in Nigeria
Ready-mix C25/30, delivered Abuja (ex-pump), Abuja
₦165,000per m³
Market range ₦132,000 to ₦198,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Ready-mix C25/30, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) costs about ₦165,000 per m³ in Abuja (market range ₦132,000 to ₦198,000). Other lines: Ready-mix C20/25, delivered Abuja (ex-pump): ₦150,000 per m³; Ready-mix C30/37, delivered Abuja (ex-pump): ₦178,000 per m³; Ready-mix C35/45, delivered Abuja (ex-pump): ₦192,000 per m³; Ready-mix C40/50, delivered Abuja (ex-pump): ₦210,000 per m³.
Ready-mix concrete prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready-mix C20/25, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) | m³ | ₦150,000 | ₦120,000 - ₦180,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Ready-mix C25/30, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) | m³ | ₦165,000 | ₦132,000 - ₦198,000 | - | Low | 2026-09-01 |
| Ready-mix C30/37, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) | m³ | ₦178,000 | ₦142,400 - ₦213,600 | - | Low | derived |
| Ready-mix C35/45, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) | m³ | ₦192,000 | ₦153,600 - ₦230,400 | - | Low | derived |
| Ready-mix C40/50, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) | m³ | ₦210,000 | ₦168,000 - ₦252,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Concrete pump hire, per pour (<=60 m3) | pour | ₦380,000 | ₦304,000 - ₦456,000 | - | Low | derived |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Ready-mix concrete 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 m³ | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦165,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦174,900 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦178,200 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦156,750 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦158,400 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦153,450 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦155,100 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦161,700 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦163,350 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦169,950 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦156,750 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦214,500 | 1.30 |
How much ready-mix concrete 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 ready-mix concrete price moves the cost of finished work.
What affects the price
Ready-mix is priced per cubic metre by strength grade, plus pumping. Small pours cost more per cubic metre because of minimum loads and pump charges.
Sources
- Desk estimate - no reliable dated 2026 source; verify with 3 supplier quotes
- Jiji 2026 Ikorodu: C15 N124,000/m3 ex-VAT; grades derived
- Jiji 2026: C15 N124,000/m3 ex-VAT; C25 ~+30%
Frequently asked questions
How much is ready-mix concrete per cubic metre in Nigeria?
As at 15 October 2026, Ready-mix C25/30, delivered Abuja (ex-pump) costs about ₦165,000 per m³ in Abuja, within a market range of ₦132,000 to ₦198,000, 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 ₦174,900 in Lagos and ₦178,200 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Ready-mix is priced per cubic metre by strength grade, plus pumping. Small pours cost more per cubic metre because of minimum loads and pump charges.
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/ready-mix-concrete/, prices as at 15 October 2026.