Mkpoikana Udoma
Port Harcourt — The Federal Government says it has launched the Liquefied Petroleum Gas, LPG penetration program as part of efforts to increase domestic gas utilization and reduce reliance on traditional cooking methods.
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas) Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, who launched the program, said it aims to empower women and youths by distributing free gas cylinders and promoting the use of LPG as a cleaner and healthier alternative to firewood and kerosene.
Launching the program for the Southwest geopolitical zone in Ikeja, Lagos, the Minister said the program was a key component of the Decade of Gas Initiative, which targets converting one million homes to clean cooking gas by 2030.
“This initiative is a testament to our unwavering commitment to enhancing domestic gas utilization and improving the quality of life for Nigerians,” Ekpo said.
He emphasized that LPG offers a cleaner and healthier alternative to traditional cooking methods, saying “LPG, commonly known as cooking gas, offers a cleaner and healthier alternative to firewood and kerosene.”
Ekpo also highlighted the economic benefits of the program, saying “Our emphasis on LPG is driven by its potential to boost household energy efficiency, reduce environmental impacts, and stimulate economic growth.”
He encouraged beneficiaries to make full use of the gas cylinders provided, saying “I encourage all beneficiaries to make full use of the gas cylinders provided, as this program is a significant step towards a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future for our nation.”
