Nigeria’s Clean Energy Dream at Risk

Nigeria’s Clean Energy Dream at Risk

By Chiemeka ugwowo, Abuja

Shock for Nigerian households as the price of a 12.5kg cooking gas cylinder rockets past ₦22,000! Dealers blame supply shortages, skyrocketing depot prices, and logistic headaches for the surge.
NALPGAM and PETROAN warn this price spike could slow Nigeria’s clean energy push, putting gas—once seen as affordable and eco-friendly—out of reach for many families.
With cooking gas now burning holes in pockets, Nigerians are facing more than just meal prep headaches—energy transition plans could be the next casualt