- Nigeria launches 40 electric buses to support clean and affordable mobility.
- PiCNG expands charging and CNG infrastructure to strengthen nationwide transport access.
Nigeria electric buses entered a new phase of development as the Federal Government unveiled 40 electric-powered buses in Abuja. The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas commissioned the fleet during a ceremony attended by senior energy officials. The event marked another major step in Nigeria’s shift toward cleaner and more sustainable mobility.
The Minister of State for Gas, Ekperikpe Ekpo, praised the project during the unveiling. He described the rollout as a clear indicator of Nigeria’s determination to embrace modern transport solutions. He noted that the government continues to support innovations that align with national clean-energy goals. He also stated that electric vehicles can create new industries and expand job opportunities.
Ekpo emphasised the government’s broader transition strategy. He explained that Nigeria is deliberately shifting from traditional fuels to cleaner alternatives. He noted that the strategy includes compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas and electric mobility. He added that the Ministry of Petroleum Resources continues to promote gas as a key transition fuel.
The minister said the launch of Nigeria electric buses represents a milestone in the country’s energy-transition agenda. He highlighted that the buses will be deployed within the week. He said they will operate across several states to provide cheaper transport during the festive season. He noted that the initiative aims to reduce transport costs for ordinary citizens.
Ismael Ahmed, Executive Chairman of PiCNG, described the commissioning as a turning point. He stated that the project brings clean and affordable transport closer to Nigerians. He noted that PiCNG will power charging stations with compressed natural gas to ease pressure on the electricity grid. He added that Nigeria has abundant sunlight and gas, which can support nationwide charging infrastructure.
Ahmed outlined PiCNG’s achievements over the last 20 months. He explained that the programme activated the CNG value chain in 28 states. He noted that more than 58 refuelling stations now operate nationwide. He added that thousands of CNG buses and tricycles have been deployed. He also highlighted training programmes for over 6,000 Nigerians.
He said PiCNG’s next phase aims to expand CNG and electric-mobility access across the country. Beginning January 2026, new LCNG and daughter stations will be commissioned in Kano before expanding to other northern states. He said the initiative would strengthen price stability and deepen public awareness.
Nigeria’s clean-mobility rollout supports the national Energy Transition Plan. It also aligns with the government’s “gas-to-prosperity” strategy. The commissioning of the 40 electric buses represents the first major public step under the EV roadmap. It signals Nigeria’s determination to compete in Africa’s growing electric-mobility market.