Cooking Gas Price Jumps 44.5% in One Year – NBS Report

Cooking Gas Price Jumps 44.5% in One Year – NBS Report

Cooking gas price in Nigeria rose by 44.5% year-on-year in July 2025, according to NBS, increasing household energy costs despite slight monthly relief.

Cooking Gas Price Surge in Nigeria

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed that the average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, surged by 44.51% year-on-year in July 2025.

According to the NBS LPG Price Watch Report, the cost increased from ₦14,261.57 in July 2024 to ₦20,609.48 in July 2025, underscoring the rising strain on household energy budgets.

Month-on-Month Changes in Cooking Gas Prices

Despite the steep annual rise, the NBS noted a 1.91% month-on-month decline, with prices falling slightly from ₦21,010.56 in June 2025 to ₦20,609.48 in July 2025.

However, energy analysts warn that this dip may not reflect a sustained downward trend, given Nigeria’s reliance on imported LPG and the volatility of the global energy market.

For comparison:

• In July 2024, cooking gas prices fell by 9.37% month-on-month, dropping from ₦15,736.27 in June to ₦14,261.57 in July.
• In contrast, July 2025 reflects an upward trajectory, reversing last year’s trend.

You can review more NBS market insights in their official Price Watch Reports.

5kg Cylinder Cooking Gas Prices

The NBS report also tracked the average retail price for a 5kg cylinder of LPG:

• Prices declined slightly by 0.96% month-on-month, moving from ₦8,323.95 in June 2025 to ₦8,243.79 in July 2025.
• Year-on-year, prices still surged by 37.98%, up from ₦5,974.55 in July 2024.

State-by-State Cooking Gas Prices

The report highlighted stark differences in LPG costs across Nigerian states:

• Highest (12.5kg cylinder):

  • Adamawa – ₦22,528.39
  • Rivers – ₦22,512.49
  • Taraba – ₦22,363.57

• Lowest (12.5kg cylinder):

  • Yobe – ₦19,030.00
  • Niger – ₦19,154.99
  • Nasarawa – ₦20,000.62

For the 5kg cylinder:

• Highest: Adamawa (₦9,011.36), Rivers (₦9,005.00), Taraba (₦8,945.43)
• Lowest: Yobe (₦7,612.00), Niger (₦7,662.00), Nasarawa (₦8,000.25)

Zonal Analysis of Cooking Gas Prices

The NBS zonal analysis revealed regional variations in LPG prices:

• 12.5kg cylinder:

  • South-South – ₦21,278.14
  • South-East – ₦20,802.89
  • South-West – ₦20,184.79 (lowest)

• 5kg cylinder:

  • South-South – ₦8,511.26
  • South-East – ₦8,321.16
  • South-West – ₦8,073.92 (lowest)

These figures highlight significant disparities in energy costs across Nigeria.

For further reading on global energy market trends, visit International Energy Agency (IEA).

What Rising Cooking Gas Prices Mean for Nigerians

The 44.5% surge in cooking gas prices poses challenges for households, especially low-income families who already face rising food and transport costs. Many Nigerians may resort to cheaper but less environmentally friendly alternatives like firewood and charcoal, worsening deforestation and indoor air pollution.

The NBS July 2025 report underscores the growing pressure on Nigerian households as cooking gas prices continue to rise. While a slight month-on-month decline offers temporary relief, the overall year-on-year increase highlights deeper structural challenges in the energy sector.

Addressing these price fluctuations will require:

• Expanding local LPG production
• Improving energy distribution infrastructure
• Strengthening government interventions to stabilize household energy costs

With the non-oil economy under pressure, tackling LPG affordability is vital for energy security and economic stability.