From Frypan to Fire: Soaring Gas Prices Threaten Nigerian Households.

From Frypan to Fire: Soaring Gas Prices Threaten Nigerian Households.

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Cooking gas prices in Nigeria have surged dramatically, with a staggering 44.5% year-on-year increase, pushing many households to the brink.

The cost of refilling a 12.5kg cylinder now exceeds ₦21,000, while a 5kg refill averages ₦8,324.

For families already struggling with inflation and stagnant wages, this spike threatens basic cooking access.

As gas becomes unaffordable, many Nigerians may be forced to revert to using firewood or charcoal, raising concerns about health, deforestation, and environmental impact.

The government’s silence on sustainable energy subsidies and price regulation has only deepened frustration.

Without urgent intervention, this crisis could reverse years of progress in clean energy adoption and worsen living conditions for millions.

Yetunde B reports for Yeyetunde’s Blog