NLNG Moves to Tame Cooking Gas Prices, Boost Supply as Nigeria Pushes Energy Transition
Relief may be on the horizon for millions of Nigerian households struggling with the rising cost of cooking gas, as the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited, NLNG, says it is working with the Federal Government and other stakeholders to increase domestic supply and keep prices more stable.
The company’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Adeleye Falade, gave the assurance at a news conference in Lagos, stressing that increased gas production and domestic utilisation are critical to Nigeria’s energy future.
Falade said NLNG currently supplies about 33 per cent of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumed in Nigeria, with the company targeting production capacity of between 100 and 110 per cent to respond to rising demand.
He disclosed that NLNG supplied about 500,000 tonnes of LPG to the domestic market last year, adding that the volume is expected to rise by at least 50 per cent when the company’s Train 7 project is completed.
For households that have been forced to cut back on cooking gas use because of high prices, the company’s plan could provide some breathing space.
Falade said the Federal Government was working with stakeholders to ensure that the sharp increase in LPG prices witnessed during the Middle East crisis does not become a recurring experience.
The objective, he said, is to ensure that cooking gas remains available throughout the year at relatively stable prices, irrespective of disruptions in the international market.
Beyond affordability, Falade stressed the importance of moving Nigeria towards cleaner energy, arguing that the country’s abundant natural gas resources provide a major opportunity to reduce dependence on more environmentally damaging fuels while expanding access to modern energy.
He said Nigeria must invest more aggressively in gas development and utilisation if the resource is to contribute meaningfully to sustainable economic growth.
The NLNG chief also credited improved security around critical oil and gas infrastructure with helping to strengthen the company’s operations.
He recalled that attacks on gas pipelines had previously posed a major threat to the company’s operations but said the situation had improved significantly, with no recent pipeline incursions recorded.
The improved security environment, he said, has contributed to almost 100 per cent utilisation of the company’s gas plant.
Falade also highlighted NLNG’s contribution to the Nigerian economy, noting that the company has paid more than 10 billion dollars in taxes to the Federal Government since its establishment, while implementing numerous corporate social responsibility projects across the country.
He attributed the company’s performance to operational excellence, discipline and a strong commitment to its mandate.
On the environment, Falade said NLNG’s operations have contributed to a reduction in gas flaring in Nigeria, from about 65 per cent to 20 per cent.
He maintained that the company’s role in Nigeria’s energy transition is also helping to reduce pressure on forests by expanding access to cleaner cooking fuels.
Falade expressed confidence in Nigeria’s economic prospects, describing the country’s huge gas reserves as a strategic advantage that must be fully harnessed.
He reaffirmed NLNG’s commitment to remaining a tax-compliant, indigenous and socially responsible company, saying the next 30 years would be defined by sustained growth and reliable energy supply.
According to him, NLNG’s fleet of 22 dedicated vessels would continue to support seamless transportation and supply of gas.
Earlier, the General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development, NLNG, Dr. Sophia Horsfall, highlighted Falade’s professional experience and expressed confidence that his leadership would further strengthen the company’s drive for operational excellence and sustainable growth.
Also speaking, the Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Anne-Marie Palmer-Ikuku, reaffirmed NLNG’s commitment to maintaining a strong relationship with the media and providing accurate, reliable and timely information about its operations.
The conference also featured the unveiling of “NLNG Facts and Figures 2026,” a publication containing information on the company’s operations, milestones, industry data, strategic insights and future plans.
For ordinary Nigerians, however, the real measure of these commitments will ultimately be felt not in corporate reports but in the kitchen—whether families can buy cooking gas when they need it, at a price they can actually afford.
As Nigeria seeks to deepen its energy transition, ensuring that cleaner cooking energy is both available and affordable will remain central to reducing household hardship, protecting forests and improving the quality of life of millions of Nigerians.
