Rising Cooking Gas Costs in Nigeria: Latest LPG Refill Prices Per Kg (April 2026)

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Nigeria’s energy market is once again under pressure as recent adjustments in gas pricing begin to impact households and businesses nationwide. The latest development signals a potential increase in living expenses, especially for families that rely heavily on cooking gas for daily use.

New Gas Pricing Policy Takes Effect

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has officially revised the domestic base price of natural gas, raising it to $2.18 per MMBtu starting April 2026. This marks a slight increase from the previous $2.13 per MMBtu recorded in 2025.

Although the change may appear minimal, industry watchers believe even small adjustments in energy pricing can trigger broader economic consequences.

Why the Increase Matters

Natural gas plays a vital role in Nigeria’s economy, particularly in electricity generation and industrial production. As a result, any shift in pricing tends to cascade across multiple sectors.

Gossip News Now reports that this upward review could influence:

Power generation costs
Manufacturing expenses
Household energy spending

Businesses may ultimately transfer these additional costs to consumers, further tightening financial conditions for many Nigerians.

Current Cooking Gas (LPG) Price Per Kg

Recent market observations indicate that liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly used for cooking, now sells at approximately ₦1,150 per kilogram.

This rise has directly affected the cost of refilling gas cylinders of various sizes. Below is an updated estimate based on prevailing market rates:

Smaller cylinders such as 1kg now cost around ₦1,150 to refill
A 3kg cylinder is estimated at roughly ₦3,450
For 5kg, consumers may spend about ₦5,750
Medium-sized 10kg cylinders go for approximately ₦11,500
A 12kg refill is priced near ₦13,800
Larger 12.5kg cylinders could cost up to ₦14,375

Impact on Households and Businesses

With cooking gas being a primary energy source in many Nigerian homes, the price increase is expected to add strain to already stretched household budgets. Families dealing with rising food prices and transportation costs may find it even more difficult to manage daily expenses.

On the industrial side, manufacturers that depend on gas-powered operations could experience higher production costs, which may lead to increased prices of goods and services.

Economic Outlook and Analysis

The adjustment aligns with provisions in the Petroleum Industry Act and reflects current market realities. However, the broader concern lies in its cumulative effect on inflation and consumer purchasing power.

Energy analysts suggest that unless there is a significant improvement in supply or stabilization in global energy markets, Nigerians may continue to face incremental increases in both cooking gas and electricity-related expenses.