The Nigerian federal government, represented by Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas) Ekperikpe Ekpo, has emphasized the need for substantial international financing to expand clean cooking access to five million households by 2030. This initiative was highlighted during the 2026 International Energy Agency Ministerial Meeting in Paris, where Ekpo outlined the country's commitment to clean cooking tied to a presidential mandate and broader reforms in the gas sector.

Ekpo underscored that the clean cooking agenda is aligned with Nigeria's 'Decade of Gas' Initiative and the Petroleum Industry Act, both of which aim to enhance regulatory clarity and attract more investments into the gas value chain. The government's strategy includes a robust national Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) expansion program focused on grassroots accessibility, aiming to reduce energy poverty and improve health outcomes through clean cooking alternatives.

The ambitious plan highlights the importance of global partnerships and investments in addressing energy access disparities. With the target set for 2030, Nigeria seeks to improve the quality of life for millions of households currently relying on traditional cooking methods, which significantly contribute to respiratory diseases and environmental degradation. The call for funding reflects an urgent and strategic response to these issues, with potentially far-reaching implications for public health and environmental sustainability in Nigeria.