Nigeria petrol prices jump 23% in march as costs surge in Abuja and Lagos

National average petrol prices hit N1,288.54 in March 2026, a 22.55% monthly jump

Lagos recorded the lowest price at N1,162.71, while Anambra peaked at N1,441.22

The North East saw the highest regional average, reaching N1,336.50 per liter

Prices have risen steadily since September 2025 due to deregulation and currency volatility

Nigeria petrol prices jump 23% in march as costs surge in Abuja and Lagos

National average petrol prices hit N1,288.54 in March 2026, a 22.55% monthly jump

Lagos recorded the lowest price at N1,162.71, while Anambra peaked at N1,441.22

The North East saw the highest regional average, reaching N1,336.50 per liter

Prices have risen steadily since September 2025 due to deregulation and currency volatility

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