Gas Cylinder and Cooking Gas Prices in Nigeria (October 2026)
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Gas cylinder and cooking gas prices in Nigeria
Refilling a 12.5kg gas cylinder costs about ₦15,000 to ₦20,600 in Nigeria in October 2026, or roughly ₦1,200 to ₦1,650 per kg depending on where you live. The national average was about ₦17,600 in September 2026. A 5kg refill costs proportionally less, at the same price per kg.
12.5kg refill prices by state
| Location | Price per kg | 12.5kg refill |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos, Badagry | ₦1,200 | ₦15,000 |
| Ogun, Shagamu | ₦1,200 | ₦15,000 |
| Oyo | ₦1,300 | ₦16,250 |
| Osun | ₦1,500 | ₦18,750 |
| Lagos, some outlets | ₦1,600 | ₦20,000 |
| Rivers, Eleme | ₦1,600 | ₦20,000 |
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦1,250 – ₦1,650 | ₦15,625 – ₦20,625 |
| Borno, Biu | ₦1,650 | ₦20,625 |
Retail prices reported by Legit.ng on 8 October 2026. Prices change weekly with depot supply.
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Which cylinder size?
| Size | Good for | Lasts about |
|---|---|---|
| 3kg | One person, light cooking | 1 to 2 weeks |
| 5kg / 6kg | Small household | 2 to 4 weeks |
| 12.5kg | Family of 4 to 6 | 1 to 2 months |
| 25kg / 50kg | Restaurants, caterers, big families | Depends on use |
How long a cylinder lasts depends on how much you cook.
Safety checks before you buy a cylinder
Check the test date
Cylinders are stamped with a test or expiry date. Don’t buy or refill an expired one.
Inspect the body and valve
Reject cylinders with rust, dents, bulges or a loose valve.
Refill at licensed plants
Use licensed gas plants and ask to see the scale. Avoid roadside decanting.
Store it upright and outside
Keep the cylinder upright, in a ventilated place, away from heat. Check for leaks with soapy water, never a flame.
Restaurants and caterers save by buying bigger cylinders or bulk LPG. Talk to our commodities desk about bulk supply.
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