Top 3 Things Women in Nigeria Often Spend On
- Beauty & Personal Care
- A Pulse Nigeria survey found many women spend ₦50,000–₦100,000+ monthly on grooming (skincare, hair, nails, body care). Pulse Nigeria+1
- Skincare is especially a priority, with a lot of money going into high-quality products and routines. Pulse Nigeria
- Hair expenses — wigs, salon visits, extensions — are also a big piece. Pulse Nigeria+1
- Fashion / Clothing
- According to a report, some women have very high monthly fashion bills: 5 women interviewed for Marie Claire Nigeria reported spending anywhere from ₦40,000 to ₦250,000+ per month depending on events and style. Marie Claire Nigeria
- In general household spending by Nigerians (which would include women’s clothing) is also significant: clothing is listed in broader spending priorities. Vanguard News+2News Express Nigeria+2
- Tithes / Church Giving (Contextual but important)
- According to Business Elites Africa, many Nigerians (including women) allocate 10–20% of income to church tithes and offerings. Business Elites Africa
- This reflects the cultural importance of religion and giving in many Nigerian households.
