Lagos plans 19 CNG stations to cut fuel queues

The Lagos State Government has announced ambitious plans to expand its compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling infrastructure to 19 stations by the first quarter of 2027, as part of efforts to improve access to alternative fuel and reduce pressure on existing facilities. The Managing Director of Ibile Oil and Gas Corporation, Tayo Gbajumo, disclosed this during a media briefing ahead of the 2026 Lagos Energy Summit.

Currently, there are three CNG stations operating in Agege, Ojota, and Oshodi, with five more expected to be commissioned by November 12. The state aims to establish an additional 10 stations by the first quarter of 2028, providing wider coverage across the city. This expansion comes as CNG gains popularity as an alternative to petrol, driven by rising fuel costs, although limited refuelling infrastructure has resulted in long queues at existing stations.

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