Nigerians are facing increased costs for compressed natural gas (CNG) as prices have risen across filling stations nationwide. According to Taofeek Lawal, spokesperson for NIPCO—a Nigerian petroleum‑products marketer—the price of CNG has climbed to N380 per standard cubic meter for commercial vehicles and N450 for heavy‑duty trucks. This marks a significant jump from the previous rates of N230 and N320, respectively. The hike translates to a 65.22 % rise (N150 per cubic meter) for commercial vehicles and a 40.63 % increase (N130 per cubic meter) for trucks.
The new pricing applies to all CNG stations in Nigeria, including those operated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Greenfield, AYM Shafa, and NIPCO. Lawal explained that the increase is needed for investors in CNG stations to cover their operational costs, noting that the former pricing was not commercially viable. He emphasized that the adjustment is essential to stimulate investment, ensure the sustainability of CNG stations, and maintain a level playing field for marketers.
Under the uniform pricing structure, NNPCL, Greenville, and other marketers now sell CNG at N380 per standard cubic meter for commercial vehicles and N450 for truck drivers. This development comes as fuel prices have remained relatively stable over the past week, ranging from N865 to N910 per litre in Lagos and Abuja. The federal government introduced the CNG initiative in 2023, following the removal of fuel subsidies, as a measure to mitigate the impact on Nigerians. As of June 2025, the government reported that 65 CNG stations are operational nationwide under the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI).
The price increase may have significant implications for commercial‑vehicle operators and consumers who rely on CNG as a cleaner and more affordable alternative to traditional fuels. Uniform pricing across stations is expected to provide a fair market environment while allowing investors to recover costs and keep their operations viable.
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