Abuja residents turn to firewood and charcoal as gas prices soar
Many households and businesses in Abuja are switching from cooking gas to firewood and charcoal due to a sharp rise in gas prices. Residents say the cost of refilling gas cylinders has become unaffordable, forcing them to seek cheaper alternatives. Vendors and distributors report increased demand for charcoal and firewood as more people abandon gas. Stakeholders are calling for government intervention to address the rising costs and supply issues.
TLDR
- Cooking gas prices in Abuja have risen from about N1,200 per kg to N2,000 per kg, making it unaffordable for many.
- Mrs. Mayo Akinpelu, a food vendor, switched to firewood and charcoal after repeated gas price hikes affected her business.
- Mrs. Grace Oluwatimilehin and Mrs. Abike Ojo also reported switching to alternative fuels due to the high cost of gas.
- Charcoal and firewood sellers like Mrs. Amina Yakubu and Mr. Taninu Ibrahim say demand has surged, pushing up prices for these alternatives.
- Vendors and residents are urging the government to intervene as the rising cost of gas impacts livelihoods and increases the cost of living.
