The Rising Cost of Cooking Gas: A Growing Concern for Nigerians
The cost of refilling cooking gas cylinders has become a pressing issue for many Nigerians, with prices varying widely across the country. As of today, the average price of 1kg of cooking gas stands at around ₦1500, but prices can fluctuate depending on location and cylinder size.
The most common household size, the 12.5kg cylinder, tends to cost more to refill than smaller options. The 50kg cylinder, widely used by large households and commercial establishments, is among the most expensive to refill. However, prices for refill vary, with smaller cylinders like the 12kg, 6kg, 5kg, and 3kg cylinders often being cheaper.
Consumers have also noticed a difference in how long cooking gas lasts, as usage duration varies based on several factors, including the intensity of the flame, cooking frequency, and duration. Frequent, lengthy cooking sessions tend to deplete gas faster, while higher flames can quickly exhaust the supply.
For many Nigerians, there is no alternative to using cooking gas, especially in urban areas where other options may be less accessible. As a result, consumers are left hoping for price stabilization in the face of fluctuating prices and refill costs.
Take a look at the prices of cooking gas per kg below:
1kg Cooking gas – ₦1,500
3kg Cooking gas – ₦3,000
5kg Cooking gas – ₦7,500
6kg Cooking gas – ₦5,700
10kg Cooking gas – ₦9,500
12kg Cooking gas – ₦15,000
12.5kg Cooking gas – ₦18,750
20kg Cooking gas – ₦30,000
25kg Cooking gas – ₦37,500
50kg Cooking gas – ₦75,000
100kg Cooking gas – ₦150,000
