New cooking gas depot prices have emerged across Nigeria, with Dangote Refinery recording the lowest listed rate at N980 per kilogram, below prices offered by other selected suppliers.
The latest figures come as Nigerian households face rising liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) costs, with the average retail price of a 12.5kg cooking gas cylinder increasing to N17,616.94 in September 2026 from N16,847 in August.
According to depot price data reported by PetroleumPrice.ng, Dangote Refinery’s listed rate is lower than those of six other selected suppliers, highlighting differences in the prices offered by LPG marketers and suppliers.
Latest cooking gas depot prices in Nigeria
The available figures show that 11 PLC, Ardova, Rain Oil and Techno Oil list cooking gas at N1,160 per kilogram, while Navgas and Nipco charge N1,170 per kilogram.
Dangote Refinery has the lowest listed price at N980 per kilogram among the suppliers featured in the data.
Here is a breakdown of the reported cooking gas depot prices:
- Dangote Refinery: N980 per kg
- 11 PLC: N1,160 per kg
- Ardova: N1,160 per kg
- Rain Oil: N1,160 per kg
- Techno Oil: N1,160 per kg
- Navgas: N1,170 per kg
- Nipco: N1,170 per kg
The figures represent depot-level prices and should not be confused with the final prices consumers pay at retail outlets.
Transportation, distribution expenses, storage costs and retailers’ profit margins can increase the amount charged to households.
Retail cooking gas prices rise across Nigeria
While depot prices provide an indication of supply costs, retail prices show the amount consumers pay to refill their cylinders.
Data from LPG in Nigeria showed that the average retail price of a 12.5kg cooking gas cylinder rose to N17,616.94 in September 2026 from N16,847 in August.
The increase of N769.94 represents a 4.57% month-on-month rise, adding to the financial pressure on households that rely on LPG for cooking.
The reported prices also varied considerably across locations, reflecting differences in distribution costs, market conditions and the availability of cooking gas.
States and locations with the lowest cooking gas prices
Shagamu and Badagry recorded the lowest reported retail price among the locations highlighted, with a 12.5kg cylinder selling for N15,000.
At that price, consumers paid the equivalent of N1,200 per kilogram.
Owode Yewa followed at N15,500 for a 12.5kg cylinder, while Ijebu East, Suleja, Ikorodu and Warri recorded N15,625.
These figures indicate that some consumers could pay less than the national average, depending on their location and the retailer supplying their cooking gas.
Locations with the highest cooking gas prices
At the higher end of the reported retail prices, Ayobo and Ogba in Lagos recorded N21,250 for a 12.5kg cylinder.
Biu in Borno State followed at N20,625, while Iriebe in Port Harcourt, Oyo Alafin and Eleme in Rivers State recorded N20,000.
The difference between the lowest reported price of N15,000 and the highest of N21,250 amounts to N6,250 for the same 12.5kg cylinder.
This variation highlights the importance of comparing prices among retailers before refilling a cylinder.
What determines cooking gas prices in Nigeria?
Several factors influence the price of cooking gas at retail outlets, even when depot prices appear similar.
Transportation and distribution: The cost of moving LPG from depots to retail outlets can affect the final price, particularly in locations farther from supply points.
Supply and availability: Changes in supply volumes and local demand can influence the prices charged by distributors and retailers.
Storage and handling: LPG requires appropriate storage and handling facilities, which contribute to operating expenses across the supply chain.
Retailer margins: Individual sellers may apply different margins depending on their operating costs and local market conditions.
For example, filling a 12.5kg cylinder at N1,600 per kilogram would cost N20,000. This demonstrates why the price per kilogram is useful when comparing refill costs across locations.
However, depot prices should not be treated as guaranteed retail prices because additional expenses apply before the product reaches consumers.
Federal government launches scheme to make cooking gas more affordable
The Federal Government has also introduced a programme aimed at expanding access to cooking gas and encouraging households to move away from traditional fuels.
The National Grassroots LPG Programme was unveiled in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, under the broader Decade of Gas Initiative.
The initiative targets the transition of five million Nigerian households from firewood and charcoal to liquefied petroleum gas by 2030.
The programme is intended to support wider LPG adoption and improve access to cleaner cooking energy.
However, the impact on household spending will depend on how effectively access improves and whether the cost of obtaining and refilling cooking gas becomes more affordable.
What Nigerians should know about the latest cooking gas prices
Dangote Refinery recorded the lowest listed depot price among the seven suppliers featured in the available data, at N980 per kilogram.
Meanwhile, the reported average retail price of a 12.5kg cylinder climbed to N17,616.94 in September 2026, with some locations recording prices above N20,000.
Consumers should compare local refill prices and confirm the final amount with retailers before making purchases, as depot rates do not necessarily reflect the prices charged at the point of sale.
The latest figures also underline the gap between wholesale supply prices and retail costs, which remains important for households monitoring their cooking expenses.