As part of efforts to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidies and promote cleaner energy, the Federal Government has commenced the free conversion of petrol-powered commercial vehicles to run on Compressed Natural Gas in Ibadan and Kaduna State.
Speaking on the programme, the Business Development Executive of the Presidential CNG, Louisa Afu, said that the free conversion exercise was expected to benefit many vehicle owners in the states and their environs, which will not only reduce their fuel costs but also contribute to a cleaner environment.
She assured Nigerians that the exercise would be extended to other parts of the country, as part of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment towards promoting sustainable energy solutions.
While confirming that every vehicle from 1996 till date can be converted from petrol to CNG, Louisa Afu noted that Nigeria, being a country that has more gas than oil resources need to explore the CNG as it is cheaper, sustainable and safer.
Commenting, the Vice Chairman and Treasurer of the Park Management System in the state, Ademola Adeoye and Kamorudeen Idowu, respectively commended President Bola Tinubu for the initiative and described it as a welcome development in the transportation sector.