PCNG-i issues safety warning as illegally modified CNG-powered vehicle explodes while refilling at NIPCO Benin City. Explosion attributed to the vehicle’s cylinder, which it said was welded and modified and not an approved for use for CNG. To ensure safety, PCNG-i urged motorists willing to use CNG to patronize only accredited Conversion Centres across Nigeria. Many people were reportedly injured on Wednesday October 16th 2024 after an illegally modified CNG-powered vehicle suddenly burst into...

The management of NIPCO Gas Ltd has attributed the recent explosion at its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station in Eyean, Benin City, Edo State, to the activities of unlicensed CNG technicians. The incident, which took place on Wednesday around 5:30 p.m., left three people injured. In a statement, NIPCO explained that the explosion occurred when a vehicle, fitted with a faulty CNG cylinder, arrived at the station for refueling. “Unfortunately, the cylinder installed in the vehicle—later iden...

A devastating incident occurred on Thursday morning in Benin City, Edo State, when a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered vehicle exploded at the NIPCO filling station in Aduwawa, along the Benin-Auchi Expressway. The explosion sent shockwaves through the area, causing widespread panic as onlookers and residents fled for safety. Footage of the aftermath, now viral on social media, captures the chaotic scene with debris scattered across the vicinity. Eyewitnesses reported a loud, deafening blast...

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is becoming an increasingly popular fuel choice for vehicles, especially as petrol prices rise. While CNG is generally considered safer and more environmentally friendly, it’s important to understand the potential risks.  In this article, we will explore ten reasons why CNG cylinders might explode, helping you stay informed and safe. Improper installation One of the biggest dangers of CNG vehicles comes from improper installation. When converting a petrol vehicle...

Legit.ng journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering metro. Benin City, Edo state – The Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI) has described the explosion of a CNG-powered vehicle in Benin City, Edo state, as “unfortunate”. In a statement on Thursday afternoon, October 17, obtained by Legit.ng, the Presidential CNG Initiative said the incident involved an illegally modified vehicle at a NIPCO CNG Station. A CNG tank explosion occurred at a NIPCO CNG St...

A Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered vehicle exploded in Benin City, Edo State at the NIPCO filling station located at Ikpoba Hill, along the Benin-Auchi expressway, on Wednesday, injuring many people. A viral video circulating on social media shows the vehicle scattered. According to reports, three persons sustained various degrees of injuries and were rushed to a private hospital for medical attention. This incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of converting petrol-powered ve...

A tragic incident unfolded in Benin City, as a CNG-powered vehicle exploded at a NIPCO filling station, causing chaos and panic. Video footage circulating on social media shows the aftermath, with the vehicle severely damaged and people in the area rushing to assist the injured. Several individuals have been taken to the hospital for treatment, although the extent of their injuries remains unclear at the time of this report. This incident has reignited safety concerns surrounding the conversion...

With the removal of petrol subsidy in Nigeria, vehicle owners are now forced to consider compressed natural gas (CNG) as a viable option to save them from the high fuel cost. On August 19, 2023, the government, led by President Bola Tinubu, launched the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to help Nigerians switch. Through the PCNGI, they’ve been setting up CNG conversion centres across the country, making it easier to access, and even rolled out a “Transport Fare Drop Prog...

Synopsis Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces advanced research on blending 15% ethanol in diesel and sets a goal to achieve 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2025. Efforts in fast-tracking ethanol infrastructure, flex-engine cars, and bio-CNG from waste are discussed to reduce India’s fossil fuel dependency. Agencies Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday said that the research around blending 15 per cent ethanol in diesel is in advanced stages, and the government is exploring ways to p...