Presidential Compress Natural-Gas Initiative And Rolling Energy-Launch Nationwide Mass-Transit Conversion Program With 50%-Discount

Presidential Compress Natural-Gas Initiative And Rolling Energy-Launch Nationwide Mass-Transit Conversion Program With 50%-Discount

Ilorin, Nigeria – The Presidential Compress Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI), in collaboration with Rolling Energy, announced the commencement of the nationwide Mass Transit Conversion Program on Wednesday at the launch of a conversion and refuelling site in Ilorin.

A statement by PCNGI highlighted the initiative’s goal to convert mass transit vehicles to cleaner energy sources, aiming to significantly reduce emissions and promote environmental sustainability. This program is a key component of President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s efforts to foster clean energy solutions across Nigeria. Through strategic partnerships and innovative projects, PCNGI is dedicated to minimizing environmental impact and supporting the transition to sustainable energy in the transport sector.

The initial phase of the conversion program will begin in Lagos, Kwara, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and Rivers States. This phase will be executed in partnership with major transport unions, including the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), the Road Transport Employers’ Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), and the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO).

PCNGI announced that the rollout will start in eight of over 120 designated conversion workshop sites. Key union partners will have the opportunity to observe, evaluate the conversion process, and provide valuable feedback as the initiative plans to expand operations to 15 states over the next 45 days. The rollout will be supported by a 50 percent discount on equipment and kit costs, with additional support for qualified union members to cover installation costs.

“PCNGI and Rolling Energy are committed to driving Nigeria towards a more sustainable future. Establishing the Ilorin site and the nationwide conversion program are pivotal steps in reducing our carbon footprint and enhancing the efficiency of mass transit systems,” the statement said.

Interested public members can visit Femadec, FixIt45, and Portland in Lagos; NITT and Nipco in Abuja; Total Support and Femadec in Abuja; and Rolling Energy in Ilorin for vehicle conversion.

This development follows the Presidency’s announcement of plans to launch 2,700 CNG-powered buses and tricycles before May 29, marking President Tinubu’s first year in office. Additionally, the Federal Government aims to deliver 100 conversion workshops and 60 refuelling sites across 18 states by the end of 2024.