Cooking gas price jump in Nigeria reaches N100 as Dangote Refinery and dealers release new LPG rates nationwide, raising household costs
Nigerian households are facing fresh pressure as cooking gas prices record a cooking gas price jump in Nigeria of about N100 per kilogramme following new adjustments in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) rates released by the Dangote Refinery and other major depot operators across the country.
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The latest price review comes amid continued volatility in global crude oil markets, which has impacted domestic energy pricing and triggered a chain reaction across Nigeria’s LPG supply network.
The Dangote Refinery increased its LPG price from N1,030 per kilogramme to N1,060 per kilogramme, a move that immediately influenced pricing decisions by other dealers and depot operators.
Following the adjustment, A.Y.M Shafa raised its price to N1,160 per kilogramme, while Rainoil Lagos now sells at N1,120 per kilogramme. NIPCO Lagos also reviewed its rate to N1,087.5 per kilogramme.
At the retail level, consumers are now paying between N1,200 and N1,250 per kilogramme in several locations, compared to about N1,100 recorded previously, representing an average increase of around N100 per kilogramme.
Gasland also adjusted its rate upward from N1,100 to N1,200 per kilogramme, adding further pressure on end users already struggling with rising living costs.
Dealers say the latest increase was triggered by refinery adjustments and rising logistics expenses, particularly higher diesel and transportation costs, which continue to affect distribution nationwide.
A Lagos-based gas retailer, Linus Mbah, explained that price changes at major supply points are quickly reflected across the market.
“Dangote is now a key supplier in the market. Once there is a change at that level, it affects the entire supply chain almost immediately,” he said.
Energy analysts warn that the cooking gas price jump in Nigeria could worsen household spending pressures, especially for low and middle-income families who rely on LPG for daily cooking.
There are also concerns that sustained increases may force some households to return to cheaper but less clean energy sources such as firewood and charcoal, raising environmental and health risks.
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With inflation still elevated, consumers are hoping for price stability, but current market trends suggest further volatility in the coming weeks.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
