Residents in Osun State, Nigeria, are turning to firewood and charcoal for cooking due to a significant rise in the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Cooking gas is now priced at approximately ₦2,000 per kilogram, making it unaffordable for many households. This has led to increased financial pressure on families and small businesses, such as those run by food vendors like Mrs. Rukayat Abiola, who have raised menu prices to offset higher operational costs. Residents have expressed frustration over the steep price increase, comparing the cost of refilling a gas cylinder to paying schooltu
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of economic challenges faced by residents in Osun State due to rising LPG prices. It includes quotes from multiple individuals affected by the issue without overtly favoring any particular political stance or ideology. The focus is on the economic impact rather
Official sources cited
- press release News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)