Nigeria’s transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered transportation will take centre stage on July 30, 2026, as key players in the automotive, energy and transport sectors gather in Lagos for the 3rd Nigeria Auto Industry Summit(NAISU).
The summit, scheduled to hold at the Radisson Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, is themed: “Nigeria’s Clean Mobility Future: The EV and CNG Journey Under the Bola Tinubu Administration.”
According to a statement by the summit organising committee, the high-level forum will bring together policymakers, regulators, vehicle manufacturers, energy providers, transport operators, financiers and industry experts to evaluate the progress, opportunities and challenges associated with the adoption of EVs and CNG vehicles in Nigeria.
With rising fuel costs and increasing government support for alternative fuels, stakeholders are expected to deliberate on practical pathways for accelerating the country’s shift towards cleaner, more affordable and sustainable transportation.
Chairman of NAJA, Theodore Opara, said the summit is designed to generate practical solutions for reducing transportation costs, strengthening energy security and driving economic growth through clean mobility initiatives.
He noted that Nigeria’s abundant natural gas reserves provide a strong foundation for expanding CNG adoption and reducing dependence on imported petroleum products.
“Nigeria possesses one of Africa’s largest gas reserves. Expanding CNG infrastructure can provide a practical bridge towards a cleaner mobility future while supporting energy security and reducing pressure on foreign exchange used for fuel imports,” Opara said.
He stressed that collaboration among government agencies, vehicle manufacturers, financial institutions and transport operators would be critical to achieving affordable, environmentally friendly and sustainable transportation across the country.
Among the key speakers expected at the summit are the Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG and EV), Barrister Ismael Ahmed; Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Joseph Osanipin; and the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed.
Participants will examine critical issues including policy implementation, infrastructure development, financing models, safety standards, local vehicle assembly, investment opportunities and consumer adoption strategies required to advance Nigeria’s clean mobility agenda.
The summit comes amid intensified efforts by the Federal Government to promote alternative-energy transportation following the removal of fuel subsidies and the rollout of various initiatives under the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI).
According to Opara, discussions will also focus on expanding EV charging stations and CNG refuelling infrastructure, promoting environmental sustainability and leveraging media advocacy to accelerate public awareness of cleaner transportation technologies.
Chairman of the Summit Planning Committee, Rasheed Bisiriyu, said industry leaders would showcase emerging EV and CNG projects while outlining strategies for addressing challenges such as high vehicle acquisition costs, inadequate infrastructure and limited technical expertise.
He noted that the successful development of a robust EV and CNG ecosystem could significantly lower logistics and transportation costs, improve public mobility and reduce pressure on foreign exchange spent on fuel imports.
“Government incentives alone will not guarantee success. Investment in charging stations, CNG conversion centres, maintenance facilities and technical training will determine how quickly adoption can scale nationwide,” he said.
As public interest in alternative-energy vehicles continues to grow, stakeholders are looking to the summit to provide fresh insights and practical recommendations for advancing Nigeria’s clean mobility transition and making transportation more affordable for millions of Nigerians.
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