A state in Nigeria that has experienced significant increases in food prices, particularly for jollof rice ingredients.
It cost ₦26,656 to cook a pot of Jollof in September 2025—SBM
The National Average Jollof Index showed a slight decline of 3.17% from June to September 2025. Food prices remain high due to insecurity, poor logistics, and rising living costs.
Jollof rice becomes Nigeria’s new inflation barometer
The national average cost of a pot of jollof rice in Nigeria surged to ₦27,528 as of June 2025. Bauchi recorded the highest cost at ₦41,050, a 587% increase from 2016 levels.
