The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi) on Friday began a Transport Fare Drop Programme across the country, starting with Abuja, as it ramped up the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a cleaner, more affordable alternative to fuel. Representatives of the PCNGi signed an MoU with the National Union of Road Transport Workers covering the Abuja to Itakpe Station—Ajaokuta Train Station—Adavi route to convert fleet vehicles to CNG in return for a 30-40% fare reduction....

When we think about early adopters—brave people who often pay a premium in price and risk trying new products—of new technologies, commercial drivers may not readily come to mind. Yet, drivers in major cities like Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, and Benin are becoming early adopters of vehicles powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). While CNG is better for the climate than petrol, these drivers aren’t switching because of environmental concerns. Instead, cost is the top-of-mind consideration as fu...

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ABUJA- The Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) programme of the President Bola Tinubu administration is designed to transform the country’s transportation system by giving citizens cheaper alternative to Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, and Mr O’tega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to the President, Digital Communication and Engagement, said this while briefing State House correspondents on Wednesday in Abuja. Onanuga said the F...

September 25, (THEWILL) – Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd (IVM) has commenced the delivery of the Compressed Natural Gas buses ordered by the Federal Government as part of the Presidential CNG Initiative, designed to lessen the effect of the withdrawal of fuel subsidy on the masses. The delivery is coming about two weeks after the Federal Government formally placed an order for the CNG-powered buses, following the visit of the Chairman/CEO of Innoson Vehicle, Chief (Dr) Innocent Ifed...

CFAO Equipment Nigeria unveils eco-friendly CNG-powered King Long Bus amid rising cost of petrol and diesel in the country. 7-meter King Long CNG bus is aimed at reducing the financial strain on transporters and commuters. It is equipped with four 80-litre CNG cylinders, which ensures ample fuel capacity and reducing the need for frequent refills. Suitable for city and inter-city travel, the bus comes with a warranty of 12 months or 100,000 kilometres, whichever comes first. In response to the r...

CFAO Nigeria has introduced a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered bus to focus on providing a sustainable and practical transport solution for operators and road users. The 7-meter King Long CNG bus will reduce the financial strain on transporters and commuters caused by the rising fuel cost and meet the demand for alternatives to petrol engines. Francois Van Bladel, general manager of CFAO Equipment Nigeria, said the CNG-powered bus is factory-built with the latest technology, making it an eff...