Nigeria Cost of Living Guide — Lagos vs. Abuja

Same money, completely different reality. This guide shows exactly where your money goes in Lagos vs. Abuja — including the hidden cost most guides skip: time.

Pay easily by bank transfer, card, or USSD — no foreign payment headaches.

What’s inside:

• Full rent comparison — central/expat zones vs. budget neighborhoods

• Food & grocery costs — local markets vs. supermarkets

• The hidden cost of transport — why “cheaper fare” doesn’t always mean cheaper life

• Sample monthly budgets for a modest single-adult lifestyle, both cities

• An honest “which city fits you” breakdown — no false winner, just real trade-offs

Pulled from 2026 cost-of-living data, wage reports, and real pricing — not guesswork.

Part of the what2kBuys Global Series — same money, different realities, one country at a time.