Nigerian households are facing another increase in cooking gas prices following fresh upward adjustments in the cost of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) across major markets nationwide.
The latest increase comes amid continued volatility in the global crude oil market, which has intensified pressure on local energy prices and worsened the cost burden on consumers already struggling with inflation and rising living expenses.
Recent market data from PetroleumPriceNG showed that major LPG suppliers and depot operators, including Dangote Refinery, have reviewed their prices upward, triggering fresh increases across the retail market.
Dangote Refinery Raises LPG Price
Dangote Refinery, regarded as Africa’s largest refinery, increased its LPG price from N1,030 per kilogramme to N1,060 per kilogramme.
Industry analysts say pricing decisions by the refinery now significantly influence Nigeria’s domestic cooking gas market due to its growing role as a major supplier.
Following the adjustment, several depot operators also revised their prices upward within days.
New LPG Depot Prices Emerge
According to the latest market figures, A.Y.M Shafa raised its LPG price to N1,160 per kilogramme, while Rainoil Lagos adjusted its rate to N1,120 per kilogramme.
NIPCO Lagos also reviewed its price upward to N1,087.5 per kilogramme.
The increase at depot level has already affected retail prices across different parts of the country.
Many cooking gas retailers now sell LPG at between N1,200 and N1,250 per kilogramme, compared to around N1,100 recorded in previous weeks.
Gasland, one of the country’s major gas marketers, also reportedly increased its price from N1,100 to N1,200 per kilogramme.
Dealers Blame Rising Supply Costs
Gas dealers attributed the latest increase to rising depot prices and higher transportation expenses.
A retailer in the Iju-Ishaga area of Lagos, identified as Linus Mbah, explained that many marketers adjusted their prices almost immediately after Dangote Refinery reviewed its rates upward.
According to him, the refinery’s pricing structure now has a direct effect on the wider LPG market.
Retailers also pointed to increasing diesel and petrol costs, which have made transportation and distribution more expensive nationwide.
Nigerians Face Growing Energy Pressure
Energy analysts warn that the continued rise in cooking gas prices could place additional financial pressure on millions of Nigerian households, especially low-income families that depend on LPG for daily cooking.
Experts fear that sustained increases may force some consumers to abandon cleaner cooking energy and return to alternatives such as charcoal and firewood.
Such a shift could worsen environmental concerns and increase exposure to indoor air pollution and related health risks.
With inflation continuing to affect household incomes, many Nigerians are hoping for price stability in the energy market, although current market conditions suggest that prices may remain elevated in the near term.
Cooking Gas Costs Continue Upward Trend
The latest increase adds to the broader upward trend in cooking gas prices recorded in recent months.
According to recent figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the average cost of refilling a 5kg cooking gas cylinder rose significantly in March 2026, while the price of refilling a 12.5kg cylinder also climbed sharply nationwide.
Analysts say unless global crude oil prices stabilise and supply costs ease, consumers may continue to face higher LPG prices across the country.
