How much does an electrician cost in Nigeria?

Updated 23 October 2026 · By the Fixgent team

Short answer

Minor repairs such as a faulty socket or switch cost about ₦3,000 to ₦8,000 in labour in 2026. New wiring is priced per point at roughly ₦3,500 to ₦8,000, a room at about ₦15,000–₦30,000, and a whole three-bedroom bungalow at ₦550,000 to ₦1,200,000 including materials.

Typical electrical prices in 2026

Job	Typical price	Notes
Faulty socket, switch or connection	₦3,000 – ₦8,000	Labour only.
Wiring per point	₦3,500 – ₦8,000	A point is one socket, switch or light outlet.
Wiring one room	₦15,000 – ₦30,000	Typical room, labour.
3-bedroom bungalow, full wiring	₦550,000 – ₦1,200,000	Materials and labour; cable brand makes a big difference.
4-bedroom duplex, full wiring	₦900,000 – ₦1,800,000	Materials and labour.

Ranges are from the sources listed below, checked 23 October 2026. Prices move with fuel, parts and exchange rates; always confirm the price before work starts.

Check what the quote covers

Many electrical quotes are labour only. Cables, sockets, switches, breakers and conduit can double the bill, and cable quality matters for safety. Ask for the brand and size of cable in writing.

What changes the price

New build or rewiring. Rewiring an occupied house means chasing walls and making good, which takes longer.
Materials. Copper cable prices follow the exchange rate.
City. Lagos and Abuja are usually the most expensive; Ibadan, Kano and Aba are often cheaper.
Inverter or solar changeover. Separating circuits for backup power adds points and time.

Safety first

Repeated tripping, burning smells or warm sockets need an electrician soon, not a bigger fuse.
Ask for an earth (grounding) check when you move into a new place.
Keep a note of which breaker controls which circuit once the job is done.

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Questions people ask

What does 'per point' mean in wiring?

Each socket, switch or light outlet is a point. Quotes per point make it easier to compare electricians for the same job.

How long does it take to wire a 3-bedroom flat?

For new wiring, usually several days to two weeks depending on the crew and the number of points.

Can an electrician connect my inverter?

Yes. Make sure they plan which circuits go on backup, so heavy loads such as pumping machines don't drain the batteries.

Sources

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