Gas
Marketers seek greater role in federal cooking gas schemes
The Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers has requested inclusion in national clean cooking initiatives to expand distribution.
Key points
- NALPGAM wants its members integrated into the Decade of Gas LPG penetration and cylinder recirculation programmes.
- The association held a webinar focusing on downstream operational excellence, safety risks, and regulatory compliance.
- Nigeria targets annual LPG consumption of approximately five million tonnes by 2030.
What happened
The Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers has urged the federal administration to incorporate industry operators into national cooking gas penetration programmes. According to Punch reporting, NALPGAM made the appeal following a virtual conference addressing operational standards, market volatility, and safety protocols.
National President Edu Inyang stated that sector growth must focus on sustainable practices rather than volume expansion alone. He emphasized that proper safety measures and adherence to regulations remain essential for protecting investments and consumer confidence.
Why it matters
Participants at the forum discussed the broader framework of the Decade of Gas initiative, which aims for an annual LPG consumption target of five million tonnes by the end of the decade. With only 28 percent of Nigeria's population having access to clean cooking fuels as of 2024, according to World Bank figures, expanding distribution channels is critical for public health and environmental sustainability.
Industry members also addressed the necessity of curbing illegal practices such as unauthorized propane blending and unsafe decanting. Attendees explored adopting digital monitoring tools to minimize product losses and improve supply chain accountability.
What comes next
NALPGAM proposed a new benchmark for operational standards, focusing on well-maintained infrastructure, adequately trained personnel, regulatory compliance, and consumer safety. The association expressed readiness to partner with public authorities to support wider nationwide access and strengthen cylinder tracking.
Original reporting
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Context from CEII
Gas is the flexible backbone of many grids and the designated transition fuel in many national plans, from LNG trade to domestic LPG and CNG. Supply security and pricing drive both power reliability and emissions.
72.9% of electricity in Nigeria came from gas in 2024Countries in this story
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