Rice (Short Grain)
Price history
| Update | Market | Latest | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 May 2026 | Mile 12 | ₦55,000 | Lagos State Govt |
| 15 April 2026 | Mile 12 | ₦56,800 | Lagos State Govt |
| 15 April 2026 | Daleko Market | ₦54,500 | Nairametrics survey |
| 15 April 2026 | Oyingbo | ₦57,200 | Nairametrics survey |
| 15 April 2026 | Mushin | ₦55,000 | Nairametrics survey |
| 15 March 2026 | Mile 12 | ₦53,100 | Lagos State Govt |
| 15 March 2026 | Daleko Market | ₦51,000 | Nairametrics survey |
| 15 March 2026 | Oyingbo | ₦54,000 | Nairametrics survey |
| 15 March 2026 | Mushin | ₦52,000 | Nairametrics survey |
Price by Market
| Market | Area | Price | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mile 12 | Ketu, Mainland | ₦55,000 | Cheapest ✓ |
Mile 12: Di biggest wholesale food market for Lagos. Best for bulk grains, rice, and beans. E dey full pass for early morning.
📦 How to keep am
Keep for airtight container for cool, dry place. E fit last 6-12 months. Short grain absorb water faster than long grain — keep am from moisture.
🛒 Buying tips
Short grain cheap pass long grain (₦56,800 vs ₦61,125 for 50kg). Popular brand: Mama's Pride, Royal Stallion, Caprice. Buy by brand name — quality different well well between brand.
🥗 Nutrition
Slightly stickier and softer than long grain when cooked. Higher glycemic index. Preferred for white rice and stew because it absorbs sauce better.
🍳 Where dem dey use am
🔁 Substitutes
📝 Wetin di price mean
Short grain rice tell different story from long grain. While long grain drop 16%, short grain don rise 7% to ₦56,800 per 50kg bag — because people wan specific brand. Mama's Pride and Royal Stallion get premium price because Lagos household trust their quality. Short grain better for everyday "white rice and stew" because e soft, sticky, and absorb soup better.