The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, continues to surge across Nigeria amid the ongoing dispute between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the Dangote Refinery.
A market survey conducted by Naija News indicates that major depots such as Bovas, Rainoil, and others are now selling above ₦1,000 per kilogram, with some locations reaching record-high prices.
As of Friday, October 17, 2025, the price of cooking gas per kilogram varied across major suppliers:
- Rainoil sold at ₦1,250 per kg
- Bovas outlets dispensed at ₦1,500 per kg
- Some other depots were reported selling for as high as ₦1,700 per kg
With the average market price now around ₦1,250 per kg, the cost of refilling household gas cylinders has sharply increased, putting additional strain on family budgets.
Current Cooking Gas Refill Prices
| Cylinder Size | Price (₦) |
|---|---|
| 1kg | ₦1,250 |
| 3kg | ₦3,750 |
| 5kg | ₦6,250 |
| 10kg | ₦12,500 |
| 12kg | ₦15,000 |
| 12.5kg | ₦15,625 |
Government Reaction
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has ordered regulators to take firm action against gas marketers hoarding LPG amid the recent price surge.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Louis Ibah, on Monday, Ekpo condemned the exploitative activities of some marketers, warning that the government would not allow Nigerians to suffer unnecessary hardship.
Explaining the reasons behind the price hike, Ekpo attributed the scarcity to:
- The PENGASSAN strike at the Dangote Refinery, which temporarily halted LPG loading.
- Maintenance operations at the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) facility, reducing domestic gas supply.
He noted that these disruptions caused a supply shortfall, triggering the steep rise in prices. However, the minister assured Nigerians that gas supply is gradually improving and prices are expected to stabilize soon.
