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Nigeria just kicked off a nationwide program to give families free cooking gas cylinders, ending the dangerous practice of cooking over wood fires. Mothers in one of the world's most gas-rich nations will finally use the clean fuel beneath their feet.
Nigeria just launched a nationwide program to help families ditch smoky firewood and charcoal for affordable, cleaner cooking gas. The initiative targets 5 million households and could transform public health while protecting the environment.
Nigeria's government just launched emergency measures to bring down skyrocketing cooking gas prices that have nearly doubled in recent weeks. The coordinated plan aims to boost supply, fix infrastructure gaps, and ease the burden on millions of families.
Nigeria produced 87% of its cooking gas locally in 2025, slashing imports and easing pressure on foreign currency reserves. The shift marks a dramatic turnaround from 2023, when nearly half of the country's cooking gas came from overseas.
Families in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory are celebrating as cooking gas prices fall from $1.80 to as low as $1.08 per kilogram, easing pressure on household budgets. The government promises to keep prices stable after resolving supply disruptions that sent costs soaring last year.