Cooking gas price hike pushes FCT residents Back to charcoal, firewood

June 7, 2026

The rising prices of cooking gas have forced many households and businesses in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to embrace traditional fuels such as charcoal and firewood.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that cooking gas prices in the FCT have risen sharply within the last few months, moving from about N1,200 per kg to N2,000 per kg.

Industry operators have attributed the increase to supply shortages, higher depot costs, foreign exchange pressures, and rising transportation expenses.

Consumers and vendors of this essential commodity, who spoke to NAN, said the rising costs have forced many households and businesses to seek cheaper cooking alternatives.