The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to receive its first batch of 500 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations by October, the Presidency announced.
The delivery forms part of a wider government programme aimed at expanding CNG infrastructure throughout the country, a move intended to increase the availability of the cleaner-burning fuel for commercial and private vehicles.
Nigeria has been encouraging the adoption of CNG as an alternative to petrol and diesel, citing benefits such as lower emissions and reduced fuel costs for motorists. The expansion of CNG stations is seen as a key step in supporting these policy goals.
Officials expect the new stations to improve fuel accessibility in both urban and rural areas, helping to diversify the nation’s energy mix and bolster the transport sector’s efficiency.
Details on the specific locations of the stations, the funding arrangements, or the timeline for subsequent batches have not been disclosed.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>