How Much Is Electricity (per kWh) in Nigeria?
Cost of one kilowatt-hour of household electricity. Electricity (per kWh) in Nigeria is 79% below the global average.
Price in Nigeria
₦47.95
Electricity (per kWh) Pricing in Nigeria (2026)
In Nigeria, Electricity (per kWh) costs ₦47.95 in local currency (NGN), which converts to approximately $0.04 USD. This makes Nigeria the #2 cheapest out of 40 countries we track for this product. At 79% below the global average of $0.19, Nigeria offers relatively good value for Electricity (per kWh).
Across all 40 countries, Electricity (per kWh) is cheapest in Egypt ($0.02) and most expensive in Ireland ($0.45). Local taxes, distribution networks, and currency strength all influence where a product falls in this range.
Prices in Nigeria are shown in NGN and converted to USD using current exchange rates. We update our data regularly to keep comparisons accurate.
Electricity (per kWh) is cheapest in EG at $0.02. Compare directly: Nigeria vs cheapest.