Ten LPG problems to guide against in Nigeria — SON
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The Standard Organisation of Nigeria, SON, has cautioned the public to guide against 10 challenges affecting the Liquefied Petroleum Gas, LPG sector in Nigeria.

In his presentation – The Role of SON in the LPG Sector – presented at the just concluded Lagos State Executive and stakeholders’ LPG Workshop in Lagos, Engr. Nwaoma Olujie, Group head, LPG, SON, stated: “Most cylinders in circulation are either old (expired) or substandard. LPG Cylinders in circulation are not re-qualified. LPG Cylinders in circulation are not refurbished. Most LPG storage tanks installed are not certified. Most storage tanks imported into the country are old. Used LPG cylinders are smuggled into the country. Some LPG cylinders in circulation were fabricated locally without requisite quality control checks. Lack of awareness- expiration date, requalification, markings. Lack of adherence to safety procedures- distribution, storage and use. No Cylinder Test Stations available in the Country.”

 he noted that these have serious consequences on the sector and Nigeria’s economy. Consequently, he called on all stakeholders cooperate with SON in maintaining standards and other responsibilities.

He said: “LPG will continue to play an increasing important role in future with rising income as well as growing awareness about the convenience and health benefits. It is important that we take advantage of the economic and market potentials of the LPG reserve and reposition the country to reap the enormous benefits associated with it.

“Synergy among relevant stakeholders is pivotal in expanding and deepening the usage of LPG in the country. While compliance to standards and specifications is key in ensuring global relevance and sustainability.  The future role of LPG has begun and we have to be on the speed train.”

He said SON has the responsibility in ‘ensuring the elaboration of standards for LPG, CNG and LNG, LPG vessels- cylinders, storage tanks and LPG vehicles in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.’

He also said SON would continue to make its contributions, “By ensuring that imported cylinders and those produced in Nigeria meet the requirements of standards. By ensuring that all LPG equipment and accessories (valves, regulators, hoses, skid stations, etc. ) meet the requirements of standards. By ensuring that newly fabricated LPG vessels are certified before use and by ensuring that all existing LPG vessels used in the country are certified.”

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