By: Mercy Peter
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has urged the federal government to expand Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicle (EV) conversion centres across the country.
ACCI also called for the introduction of targeted subsidies to make vehicle conversion more affordable.
Speaking at the 2025 End-of-Year media parley, ACCI President, Emeka Obegolu, argued that such measures would encourage widespread adoption of CNG, particularly among public transport operators, taxis, buses, and ride-hailing fleets.
“The expansion will ensure that the benefits of cleaner and cheaper energy alternatives reach the commuting public. With strategic partnerships between government and the private sector, Nigeria can reduce operational costs, build technical capacity, and accelerate nationwide adoption of CNG and electric mobility,” Obegolu said.
He added that the transition would not only lower transportation and production costs but also help stabilize the macroeconomic environment, contributing to the government’s goal of achieving single-digit inflation.
outlined a robust programme to strengthen the business ecosystem and accelerate economic growth within a secure and stable environment.
Key initiatives include the ACCI–NACCIMA Livestock Summit 2026, aimed at transforming Nigeria’s livestock sector, and a national campaign promoting green technology and energy efficiency.
The 2026 agenda also features the National Livestock Conference and Exhibition, Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition, Circular Economy Conference, and International Railway Conference and Exhibition, among other strategic programmes to drive sustainable development and innovation across sectors.
