Nigerian households are facing another increase in the price of cooking gas as the cost of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, rises across major markets nationwide. The latest adjustment follows renewed volatility in the global crude oil market, which has continued to influence local energy prices and increase pressure on consumers already battling inflation and rising living costs.
Dangote Refinery Adjusts LPG Price
Africa's largest refinery, the Dangote Refinery, increased its LPG price from N1,030 per kilogramme to N1,060 per kilogramme, marking a fresh rise within a few weeks. Industry observers note that Dangote's pricing decisions now carry significant weight in Nigeria's domestic LPG market due to the refinery's growing influence as one of the country's major suppliers. The refinery's upward adjustment quickly affected other depot operators, many of whom released new rates shortly after.
New Depot Prices Released Nationwide
According to the latest pricing data, A.Y.M Shafa increased its LPG price to N1,160 per kilogramme, while Rainoil Lagos now sells at N1,120 per kilogramme. Similarly, NIPCO Lagos adjusted its price to N1,087.5 per kilogramme. These revised depot rates have immediately translated into higher prices for retailers and final consumers across various parts of the country. On the streets, many dealers now sell cooking gas for as high as N1,250 per kilogramme, compared to N1,100 recorded the previous week, representing a sharp N100 to N150 increase depending on location. Gasland, one of Nigeria's prominent gas marketers, also raised its price from N1,100 to N1,200 per kilogramme.
Dealers Explain Reasons for Price Spike
Speaking from the Iju-Ishaga area of Lagos, gas dealer Linus Mbah said the sudden rise happened only a few days ago and was largely driven by market reactions to Dangote Refinery's price review. According to him, many retailers quickly adjusted prices after hearing of the refinery's increase. "Dangote is one of the major suppliers in Nigeria now. So, anytime he hikes or reduces prices, consumers feel the impact almost immediately," Mbah said. Other retailers also blamed the increase on rising depot rates and worsening logistics costs. They explained that transporting LPG to different retail locations has become more expensive due to higher diesel and petrol prices, forcing many dealers to pass the burden to end users.
Households Under Pressure
Energy analysts warn that the latest LPG price increase could place more Nigerian families under financial strain, especially low-income households that depend on cooking gas for daily meal preparation. Many fear that if the upward trend continues, some households may be forced to abandon cleaner cooking energy and return to alternatives such as firewood and charcoal. Such a shift could worsen environmental concerns and expose families to health risks associated with indoor smoke pollution. With inflation still squeezing household incomes, consumers are hoping for price stability in the coming weeks, but current market signals suggest that relief may not come anytime soon.
Cooking Gas Prices Rise Sharply
Legit.ng earlier reported that the average cost of refilling cooking gas cylinders in Nigeria increased significantly in March 2026, reflecting continued pressure on household energy expenses. According to the latest Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Price Watch released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the average price of a 5kg cylinder rose to N7,655.73, while a 12.5kg cylinder climbed to N19,652.83, Channels TV reported. The NBS data showed that the 5kg cylinder price increased by 12.60 per cent month-on-month, up from N6,799.18 recorded in February.
