Cooking Gas Prices Decline By 5.42% From February To March 2025

Cooking Gas Prices Decline By 5.42% From February To March 2025

For the month of March, we were able to gather data on the price of cooking gas in major cities in Nigeria via our social media pages - WhatsApp, Facebook, Linkedin and X. As of March 2025, the average retail price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)—commonly known as cooking gas—increased across various regions in Nigeria. With the federal government’s continued push for cleaner energy adoption, monitoring LPG price trends is crucial for both households and industry stakeholders. This report provides a breakdown of retail prices per 12.5kg cylinder and per kilogram (kg), alongside regional comparisons and implications.

National Overview

Average Cost of 12.5kg LPG: ₦15,085

Lowest Price: ₦11,875 (Oru Ijebu, Ogun State)

Highest Price: ₦18,125 (Minna, Niger State)

Per Kg Range: ₦950 – ₦1,450

These prices reflect persistent regional disparities in access, distribution costs, and market dynamics.

Regional Price Analysis

Southwest Nigeria

The Southwest displayed a wide price range, from as low as ₦11,875 in Oru Ijebu to as high as ₦17,500 in Ago Iwoye.

Ogun State (Lafenwa, Ijebu Ode, Ijebu Igbo): ₦12,500 (₦1,000/kg)

Oru Ijebu: ₦11,875 (₦950/kg) – lowest national price

Ago Iwoye: ₦17,500 (₦1,400/kg) – significantly above average

Ife: ₦15,625 (₦1,250/kg)

Ojo, Lagos: ₦16,250 (₦1,300/kg)

Ijede & Sabo Ikorodu (Lagos): ₦15,000 (₦1,200/kg)

Ibadan: ₦13,750 – ₦15,000 (₦1,100 – ₦1,200/kg)

Observation: Prices are more affordable in Ogun but spike in more urban areas like Lagos and higher-cost towns like Ago Iwoye.

North Central Nigeria

This region recorded some of the highest LPG prices.

Minna: ₦18,125 (₦1,450/kg) – highest national price

Jos: ₦15,000 (₦1,200/kg)

Abuja: ₦15,000 (₦1,200/kg)

Observation: Prices in North Central Nigeria are generally above the national average, with Minna at the top end of the scale.

Northwest Nigeria

Kaduna: ₦16,250 (₦1,300/kg)

Observation: LPG prices in Kaduna mirror other urban northern cities, leaning toward the higher end.

South-South Nigeria

Delta State: ₦16,875 (₦1,350/kg)

Benin City: ₦16,250 (₦1,300/kg)

Cross-River: ₦16,875 (₦1,350/kg)

Observation: Coastal access doesn’t significantly reduce costs, suggesting transportation and distribution inefficiencies.

Southeast Nigeria

Enugu: ₦13,750 (₦1,100/kg)

Imo: ₦15,000 (₦1,200/kg)

Observation: Enugu offers better affordability compared to neighboring Imo.

Southwest (Extended)

Ekiti State: ₦16,875 (₦1,350/kg)

Ondo State: ₦16,250 (₦1,300/kg)

Observation: Inland states like Ekiti and Ondo are significantly more expensive than nearby Ogun or Ibadan.

Top 5 Cheapest Locations (12.5kg)

In March 2025, the five most affordable locations for purchasing a 12.5kg cylinder of cooking gas in Nigeria were primarily situated in the South-Western region of the country. Topping the list was Oru Ijebu, where a 12.5kg refill cost just ₦11,875, translating to ₦950 per kilogram, the lowest price recorded nationwide. This was followed closely by Lafenwa in Abeokuta, as well as Ijebu Ode and Ijebu Igbo, where the cost stood uniformly at ₦12,500 or ₦1,000 per kilogram. These three locations offered some of the most stable and affordable pricing, likely due to their proximity to distribution hubs and relatively lower transportation costs. Rounding out the top five was Kwara State, where consumers paid ₦13,125 for 12.5kg, amounting to ₦1,050 per kilogram. The data suggests that residents in these areas had better access to affordable LPG compared to other parts of the country, highlighting regional disparities in cooking gas pricing.

Top 5 Most Expensive Locations (12.5kg)

The top five most expensive locations for purchasing a 12.5kg cylinder of cooking gas in Nigeria reflected notable price disparities across the country. Minna recorded the highest retail price at ₦18,125, which equated to ₦1,450 per kilogram, the steepest rate nationwide. This was followed by Ago Iwoye, where consumers paid ₦17,500 for 12.5kg, or ₦1,400 per kilogram, reflecting significant strain on household budgets in that area. The remaining three locations, Ekiti State, Delta State, and Cross-River State—shared identical pricing, each recording a cost of ₦16,875 for a 12.5kg refill, translating to ₦1,350 per kilogram. These prices suggest potential factors such as increased transportation costs, supply constraints, or limited access to bulk LPG infrastructure in these regions. The high costs in these areas contrast sharply with the lower prices observed in some parts of the South-West, underlining the persistent regional inequalities in energy access and affordability in Nigeria.

Hence in March 2025, the average retail price of cooking gas (LPG) in Nigeria witnessed a notable decline compared to the previous month. While the average cost of a 12.5kg cylinder stood at ₦15,950 in February, it dropped to ₦15,085 in March, reflecting a price reduction of ₦865. This decrease represents a 5.42% drop in the average price month-on-month.

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• 2025
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