In a bold move reshaping Nigeria’s energy market, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has once again slashes Cooking Gas Price, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), to ₦760 per kilogram, down from ₦810 last week. The new price cut marks Dangote’s second major reduction in less than a month, reinforcing its position as a key driver of affordability and market stability in the nation’s gas sector.
Dangote Leads Nigeria’s Cooking Gas Price Cuts
The latest Dangote Refinery LPG price reduction comes as millions of Nigerians battle rising living costs and inflation. Industry watchers say the refinery’s decision will bring much-needed relief to households already struggling with high energy prices.
Compared to other suppliers, Dangote’s LPG price is significantly lower. Matrix and Ardova depots sell at ₦920 per kilogram, while A.Y.M Shafa and NIPCO are at ₦910 per kilogram. Stockgap Depot, one of the biggest players in the market, currently sells at ₦950 per kilogram.
The price gap—ranging between ₦150 and ₦190 per kilogram—highlights Dangote’s growing influence in stabilizing Nigeria’s energy prices and challenging the dominance of older players in the market.
Analysts Hail Dangote’s Strategy for Market Stability
Experts in the petroleum and energy sector describe Dangote’s pricing strategy as a deliberate effort to reshape market dynamics and discourage unjustified price hikes. By offering cheaper LPG, the refinery is setting a benchmark that could push competitors to review their prices downward.
“Dangote is forcing the market to become more competitive and consumer-focused,” an energy analyst said. “This move is likely to make cooking gas more accessible and affordable across Nigeria.”
Support for Clean Energy and Economic Relief
According to analysts, the Dangote Refinery LPG price cut aligns with the company’s broader mission to boost domestic energy supply, reduce import dependence, and support the federal government’s clean energy transition agenda.
Many Nigerians have welcomed the development, expressing optimism that the lower ex-depot price will soon reflect in local retail markets. “We just hope sellers will follow suit so that consumers can enjoy the benefits,” a Lagos resident said.
If sustained, Dangote’s consistent price cuts could not only stabilize the cooking gas market but also encourage more households to switch from firewood and charcoal to cleaner energy sources—protecting the environment and improving public health.
The latest Dangote LPG price reduction to ₦760 per kilogram signals a turning point for Nigeria’s energy market. By driving affordability and encouraging a cleaner energy shift, the Dangote Refinery continues to play a pivotal role in transforming Nigeria’s domestic gas sector and easing the burden on millions of families nationwide.
