The cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly used for cooking, has risen sharply across Nigeria, with some retail outlets now selling a kilogramme for as much as N2,400. The increase is worsening economic pressure on households already struggling with high food and transport costs.

Market checks in major cities show wide price variations, with filling stations offering the product between about N1,650 and N1,900 per kilogramme, while smaller dealers and informal sellers charge significantly higher rates depending on location and availability.

Many residents say the continuous rise has made it difficult to maintain normal cooking routines, forcing some families to reduce gas usage or switch to cheaper but less clean alternatives such as charcoal and firewood.

Consumers in cities like Ibadan, Lagos and Ilorin described frequent and unpredictable price changes. Some said the cost has nearly doubled within a few months, leaving them frustrated and adjusting their household budgets repeatedly.

In several communities, residents noted that even basic meals are now being reconsidered due to the rising expense of energy for cooking.

In Ilorin, reports indicate that some households have already abandoned gas usage altogether, citing affordability challenges and unstable supply.

Despite increased domestic production of LPG, prices have continued to climb. Industry data suggests that local output from refineries and processing facilities now forms a major share of supply, yet this has not translated into lower retail prices.

Marketers have attributed the situation to high procurement costs and logistical challenges. Industry groups also warn that fluctuating supply and rising distribution expenses could lead to further scarcity if not addressed.

Some dealers say transportation costs and operational expenses are major factors driving up retail prices, noting that moving cylinders between depots and retail points adds significantly to final consumer costs.

The continued rise in cooking gas prices is adding to Nigeria’s broader cost-of-living crisis, leaving many low-income households under increasing financial strain.