[ANSWERED] Prices of Gas Cylinders in Nigeria

Cooking has gone beyond using a kerosene stove, firewood, or charcoal stove in recent times. People now use gas cookers, which are much easier, faster, and neater to use. Hardly will you see a home in 2023 without a gas cooker, even if it is the smallest cylinder with a burner on it.

People have switched to using gas, especially when the price of kerosene keeps increasing and the electricity to power the electric cooker is unstable.

Cooking gas, also known as liquefied petroleum gas ( LPG), burns clearly; it’s non-toxic and doesn’t pollute the atmosphere. It is relatively cheap and accessible everywhere in Nigeria.

Gas cookers are powered by cooking gas, even though this gas can be used for lighting, heating, and refrigerating. Cooking gas is stored in gas Cylinders, and these cylinders come in different sizes.

This post will enlighten you on the different sizes of gas cylinders available and their various prices in Nigeria.

Gas Cylinders in Nigeria

Gas cylinders come in different sizes, and the size you will go for depends on the purpose to serve and usage.

The smaller cylinders are mostly used domestically in homes for cooking, baking, grilling, and other activities. While the big ones are used for industrial purposes, it is used at bakeries, public institutions, hotels, restaurants, and grills.

The different sizes of gas cylinders available are listed below

• 3kg
• 5kg
• 6kg
• 12.5kg
• 25kg
• 50kg

Prices of Gas Cylinders in Nigeria

There are two major gas cylinders: the traditional gas cylinder and the Lite Safe LPG Composite Cylinders.

The traditional gas cylinder is the conventional cylinder we see everywhere that most people have. It comes cheap and affordable.

The Lite Safe LPG Composite Cylinders is a safety-conscious gas cylinder produced by gas cylinder manufacturers to prevent users from explosions and other gas-related accidents.

This particular type of gas cylinder price comes more expensive than the traditional ones, and it’s not yet common, maybe because of the cost as it is sold between ₦45,000 and N55,000.

Although the LPG Composite Cylinder is expensive, it has its benefits which include:

• UV protected
• Explosion-proof
• Reduced maintenance
• Non-corrosive and non-rust
• Made with recyclable materials
• Aesthetically appealing
• Translucent body
• Lightweight and efficient

You can see the Composite cylinders come in many packages, making them suitable for use.

Prices of other gas cylinders and their accessories are listed below to help you plan or make your budget to get the cylinder or accessories.

• 3 kg cylinder

This 3kg cylinder is sold for N17,500 and N19,000. Mostly it comes with a burner. It is often re-filled within the range of N900 to N1,200.

• 5 kg cylinder

The cylinder comes in the form of a stove with a stainless steel burner that can serve a domestic purpose.

Without a burner, the 5kg cylinder’s cost is between N18000 and N24000.  It costs more with the burner.

Generally, the price for the refilling of a 5kg cylinder varies, and it ranges between N 1,800  and N2,000.

• 12.5 kg cylinder

This particular cylinder costs between N20000 and N26000. The 12.5 kg gas cylinder is built with a brass valve and high-quality reinforced metal, making it very strong and durable, thereby preventing leaks.

The cost of refilling a 12.5kg cylinder is between N4000 and N4200.

50 kg cylinder

This is a big cylinder; it is often used for industrial purposes or events. It is sold between N40,000 and ₦60,000.

Here’s an overview of cylinder prices in Nigeria

3kg cylinder with burner	₦18,000 – ₦20,000
5kg cylinder with Burner	₦29,000 – ₦34,000
6kg cylinder with burner	₦34,000
5kg cylinder	₦27,000 – ₦36,000
25kg cylinder	₦47,000
50kg cylinders	₦50,000 – ₦60,000

Aside from these new cylinders, used ones are also available for sale at a cheaper rate depending on the size you want.

A 12kg used cylinder is sold for almost the same price as a 6.5kg cylinder. They are both sold for about ₦12,000.

Apart from the new cylinders and fairly used ones we also have the imported ones which are more expensive than others. A brand new %kg imported cylinder is sold for around ₦35,000, while the used one goes for about ₦12,000.

Also, there is another anti-explosive gas cylinder like the composite cylinder, but only the upper part is anti-explosive, and the 12.5kg size is sold for about ₦18,000.

Cooking Gas Accessories

When using gas cookers, some accessories are used with them, and they are also important things that you need to know their prices.

These accessories include:

An Anti-rust cylinder cover	₦1,000
A gas cylinder hose (20 yards)	₦7,000
Gas cylinder hose (50 yards)	₦12,500
Anti-rust sitter with burner	₦4,800

Safety Tips on the Usage of Gas

When using LPG, there are some guidelines and precautions to take. Explosions are common to this particular kind of fuel, so there are some safety precautions to follow when using gas, especially in the home.

These tips are highlighted below:

Install a smoke detector around your house.

This will help prevent fire accidents because having a filled gas cylinder at home invites risk.

Installing a  detector at home will help give an early warning signal to smoke before the gas cylinder catches fire or explodes.

Store the gas cylinder properly.

When choosing a location for your cylinder, ensure it is a safe place. If it is stored outside, put it in a cool place, and keep it away from the sun. But if you are keeping it inside, make sure the gas cylinder is in a place with proper ventilation to avoid collecting gas during leakage.

Ensure it is not placed closely with electrical appliances or flammables, and it should be far from where activities such as phone calls, TV, internet browsing, etc.

Also, ensure the cylinder is placed on a balanced ground or a leveled object where it is less likely to fall as the fall of the gas cylinder poses a danger and can also destroy the valve.

Safe Cooking

When using gas for cooking, ensure you are in a properly ventilated area.

Avoid flammable objects close to the cooking area, monitor your cooking, and always remember to switch off the regulator when the gas cooker is not in use.

Get your cylinders from trusted and authorized distributors

Make sure you buy the gas cylinder and gas from an authorized distributor. Check the necessary information before purchasing.

Ensure that the gas cylinder is in good condition at the time of purchase. Try to stick to one dealer when patronizing any LPG store as much as possible.

Move your cylinder safely.

When transporting the cylinder, avoid rolling it or dropping it with full force on the ground as it may damage the valve and cause the cylinder’s leak.

Do a Thorough Check of the Cylinder frequently.

Always check the body of the cylinder and in case of any leak, do not manage it; turn off the regulator and open windows for ventilation. After that, fix the cylinder.

Educate people in the area of use on the guidelines to follow

When using gas, you are not the only one to be careful but the whole of your house or office. Ensure people around you are well informed on the safety guidelines to follow when using gas cookers.  Discuss it often and remind them frequently of the danger the improper use can cause and how to handle any mishap that comes from gas.

Conclusion

You can get cylinders both in online and offline stores around your locality. Remember that the purpose determines the size you are going for, and also, the money at hand matters a lot. Gas cylinder prices vary across stores.