Plateau Residents Face Soaring Cooking Gas Prices, Reaching N1,300 per Kilogram

Residents of Plateau State have expressed their concerns over the escalating cost of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly referred to as cooking gas.

The price of cooking gas has now reached a staggering N1,300 per kilogram, causing significant financial strain on households throughout the region.

The surge in cooking gas prices has been attributed to various factors, including the global market trends and the fluctuating value of the Nigerian currency.

This has led to an increase in the cost of production and importation of the commodity, which in turn has impacted the end-user.

As a result, many families in Plateau State are now forced to explore alternative cooking methods, such as using firewood and charcoal, which can have detrimental effects on the environment and public health.

This shift in consumer behavior has also led to a decline in the demand for cooking gas, further affecting the local economy.

The government and relevant stakeholders are working to address the issue and find a sustainable solution to stabilize the price of cooking gas.

In the meantime, the residents of Plateau State continue to bear the brunt of these rising costs, with many struggling to adjust to the new economic reality.

This situation serves as a reminder of the importance of energy security and the need for Nigeria to develop a robust domestic gas market to ensure affordable and reliable access to cooking gas for all citizens.