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Nigerians Turn to Firewood, Charcoal as Cooking Gas Prices Surge

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Nigerians are turning to firewood and charcoal for cooking after an October surge in gas prices doubled the price for cooking gas. Nigeria's liquefied petroleum gas suppliers and environmentalists are urging authorities to bring prices down for consumers to prevent a surge in air pollution and deforestation. Timothy Obiezu reports from Abuja, Nigeria. Camera – Emeka Gibson.

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