In March 2026, cooking gas (LPG) prices in Nigeria have shifted significantly.
After a relatively stable start to the year, prices jumped by nearly 40% due to global supply chain disruptions caused by the escalating Middle East crisis.
The average national retail price is currently N1,400 per kg, though this fluctuates based on your location and whether you are buying from a major gas plant or a neighborhood retailer.
Nigeria Cooking Gas Price Guide (March 24, 2026)
| Cylinder Size | Average Retail Price | High-Cost Areas (North/East) |
| 1kg Refill | N1,400 | N1,450 – N1,550 |
| 3kg Refill | N4,200 | N4,350 – N4,800 |
| 5kg Refill | N7,000 | N7,500 – N8,200 |
| 6kg Refill | N8,400 | N8,700 – N9,500 |
| 12.5kg Refill | N17,500 | N18,500 – N20,000 |
| 50kg Refill | N70,000 | N74,000 – N78,000 |
Regional Breakdown
Prices are generally lower in the South-West due to proximity to the major import terminals in Lagos.
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South-West (Lagos/Ogun): Best rates are found here, with 12.5kg often retailing for N15,000 – N16,800.
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North (Kano/Kaduna/Abuja): Prices are higher due to transportation costs from the coast, with 12.5kg ranging from N18,000 – N19,500.
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South-South/East: Prices are mid-range, typically N16,500 – N18,000 for a 12.5kg cylinder.
What’s Driving the Price Hike?
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Global Conflict: The US-Israel-Iran tensions have disrupted shipping routes, spiking the cost of the 60% of LPG that Nigeria still imports.
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Depot Price Surges: The ex-depot price for 20 metric tonnes rose from N16 million to over N20 million in the first three weeks of March.
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Local Maintenance: Recent maintenance at the Dangote Refinery and other local plants temporarily reduced the volume of “cheap” local gas, forcing marketers to rely on expensive imports.
Money-Saving Tip
Avoid buying from “roadside” shops if possible. Registered Gas Plants (the ones with large tanks) typically sell for N100–N200 less per kg than small neighborhood retailers. For a 12.5kg cylinder, this can save you up to N2,500 per refill.
