In the bustling streets of Nigeria, cooking gas, or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), remains a staple energy source for countless households.
Valued for its cleanliness, efficiency, and speed, it outshines traditional fuels like firewood, charcoal, and kerosene. However, the fluidity of its price leaves many consumers on edge.
As of today, the average cost of refilling cooking gas per kg in Nigeria stands at ₦1,200. For those eyeing a standard 12.5kg gas cylinder refill, the typical expenditure clocks in at around ₦12,600.
Yet, this figure dances with variation, subject to the whims of demand, supply, geography, and even the time of year.
A closer look at the current landscape reveals a spectrum of prices across different cylinder sizes:
- 1kg: ₦1,200
- 2kg: ₦2,400
- 3kg: ₦3,600
- 5kg: ₦6,000
- 6kg: ₦7,200
- 10kg: ₦12,000
- 12kg: ₦14,400
- 12.5kg: ₦15,000
- 50kg: ₦60,000
This data, collected on April 18, 2024, underscores the fluctuating nature of cooking gas prices, highlighting the economic strain on households nationwide. Stay tuned as we delve deeper into the intricacies of this pivotal energy market.