- Cooking gas price in Nigeria rose by 44.5% year-on-year, increasing household energy expenses across Nigeria.
- Regional differences show Adamawa has the highest costs, while Yobe has the lowest.
The price of cooking gas in Nigeria has soared, putting more pressure on households already battling higher energy costs. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed that the average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder rose by 44.5% in July 2025. Families are paying more for daily energy needs, and household budgets remain strained.
According to the report, the price climbed from ₦14,261.57 in July 2024 to ₦20,609.48 in July 2025. This surge reversed the drop in July 2024, when prices fell by 9.37% month-on-month. At that time, costs declined from ₦15,736.27 in June 2024 to ₦14,261.57.
The federal government has tried to stabilise prices through several policies. In October 2024, it stopped exports of locally produced gas to prioritise domestic supply. Moreover, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, announced the policy would start in November 2024 to cushion the effect on households.
Despite the sharp yearly increase, the July 2025 report gave some relief. Prices fell by 1.91% month-on-month, dropping from ₦21,010.56 in June 2025 to ₦20,609.48 in July 2025. However, experts warned the decline might not last.
The cost of refilling a 5kg cylinder also dropped slightly. It fell by 0.96% month-on-month, moving from ₦8,323.95 in June 2025 to ₦8,243.79 in July 2025. Yet, year-on-year figures showed a steep rise of 37.9% compared with ₦5,974.55 in July 2024.
Regional differences remain wide. Adamawa recorded the highest average retail price for a 5kg cylinder at ₦9,011.36, followed by Rivers and Taraba. Conversely, Yobe had the lowest at ₦7,612.00. The South-South region also reported the highest average price for 5kg refills at ₦8,511.26, while the South-West recorded the lowest at ₦8,073.92.
For 12.5kg refills, Adamawa again topped the list at ₦22,528.39, followed by Rivers and Taraba. By contrast, Yobe had the lowest price at ₦19,030.00. At the zonal level, the South-South reported the highest at ₦21,278.14, while the South-West posted the lowest at ₦20,184.79.
Crucially, the cooking gas price in Nigeria remains central to energy debates. Affordability will continue to shape household welfare and economic stability. Tackling price volatility is essential to protect families and promote sustainable energy use.