Lagos Boosts CNG Initiative for Sustainable Energy
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to expanding the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) initiative in the state.
Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance at the Lagos State Government Pilot Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Vehicle Conversion Training, organised by IBILE Oil & Gas Corporation (IOGC) at the Lagos Bus Service Limited Workshop, Yaba, Lagos.
The governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, said the move was part of the government’s efforts to promote sustainable energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create job opportunities.
He emphasised the importance of adopting CNG as an alternative fuel. Sanwo-Olu noted that the initiative was not just an energy solution, but a declaration of his administration’s resolve to embrace cleaner, safer, and more affordable energy systems.
The governor highlighted the benefits of CNG, including its potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, and provide a cost-effective transportation alternative.
He also emphasised the state government’s commitment to demonstrating its resolve in three pivotal areas of the Greater Lagos Vision, which included energy security, environmental sustainability, and job creation.
Sanwo-Olu commended the IBILE Oil & Gas Corporation for its role in championing the initiative.
He urged participants to seize the opportunity and become ambassadors of change, carrying the message of cleaner energy to every corner of the state.
“The Lagos State Government’s commitment to expanding the CNG initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s economy and environment.
“Transitioning just 20 per cent of our transportation fleet to CNG could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by tens of thousands of metric tonnes annually, significantly improving urban air quality.
“This is the scale of impact we are committed to achieving,” he said.
The governor called on all stakeholders, private sector partners, industry experts, and government agencies to collaborate with the state government in scaling the programme.
He said: “The journey to clean energy and economic empowerment cannot be undertaken alone.
“As the state government continues to invest in the infrastructure, technology, and partnerships necessary to make CNG adoption seamless and scalable, Lagosians can look forward to a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous future.”
Earlier in her address, the Managing Director, IBILE Oil and Gas, Ms Doyin Akinyanju, said the initiative marked a significant milestone in the state’s journey towards a more sustainable future.
According to her, the programme focuses on “Training Trainers” and aims to enhance manpower development for CNG vehicle conversions in Lagos State.
“This will support a seamless transition to cleaner energy and equip local technicians and mechanics with the necessary knowledge and skills to retrofit and convert conventional vehicles to run on CNG safely.”
The Managing Director disclosed that the training programme would continue till March 2025, after which the technical partner, Landirenzo, would provide technical support to trained technicians and workshop partners in Lagos State for the next 12 to 18 months.
She added that CNG vehicle initiative was expected to provide a unique “three-fold” opportunity for Lagos State.
She noted that it included reducing greenhouse gas emissions, providing a cost-effective alternative to petrol and diesel, and supporting job creation and in-country capacity development.
“To support the initiative, IBILE Oil and Gas Corporation is set to deliver four CNG refueling stations in Lagos State by the end of March 2025.
“These stations will be located at strategic locations, including LAMATA Ojota terminal, LAMATA Ajah terminal, LAWMA Ijora Depot, and Yaba.
“Additionally, 11 more CNG refueling stations are planned to be delivered between the third quarter of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026,” she said. #Lagos Boosts CNG Initiative for Sustainable Energy#
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