Lagos plans 19 CNG stations to cut fuel queues

The Lagos State Government has unveiled plans to establish 19 compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling stations across the city by the first quarter of 2027. This expansion aims to alleviate fuel queues and encourage motorists to adopt an alternative fuel source. As reported by Nairametrics, an additional five stations will be commissioned by November 2026, with a long-term goal of establishing 29 stations by Q1 2028.

Ibile Oil and Gas Corporation's Managing Director, Tayo Gbajumo, announced this during a media briefing ahead of the 2026 Lagos Energy Summit scheduled for November 10-12. Currently, three CNG stations operate in Agege, Ojota, and Oshodi, with plans to increase coverage to 19 stations by Q1 2027 and 29 stations by Q1 2028. The government acknowledges the challenge of long queues at existing stations due to limited refuelling infrastructure and is taking measures to address this issue.

Vehicle conversion to CNG costs between N700,000 and N1 million, while filling a 60-kilogramme CNG tank costs around N5,000 and can provide a driving range of 200 kilometers. The Lagos Energy Summit, set for November 10-12, will bring together stakeholders to discuss developments and challenges in the energy sector, with a focus on alternative mobility including CNG and electric vehicles.