The Federal Government has officially handed over 15 CNG-powered buses to the NURTW and other transport stakeholders, promoting eco-friendly transportation in Nigeria.
On Thursday, the Federal Government introduced 15 buses powered by compressed natural gas as a component of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Clean Energy Transport Scheme.
This step is viewed as a strategic effort aimed at alleviating the impact of removing fuel subsidies, which will ensure that Nigerians…
During the launch of locally manufactured P-CNG buses in Abuja, Minister of Transportation Said Ahmed Alkali stated that these buses represent the government’s dedication to empowering citizens and transitioning towards a cleaner energy economy.
Subsequently, the buses were transferred to the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), and the National Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO).
The minister guaranteed that the ministry would work to effectively inform transport owners, operators, passengers, and the general public in order to make the Initiative accessible to all Nigerians.
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“The union operators will guarantee the efficient use and proper maintenance of these buses. This isn’t just about today; it’s about developing a transportation system that will benefit future generations,” he stated.
He urged all Nigerians to “embrace this initiative and support the government’s dedication in its efforts to advance the nation by collaborating to ensure that our resources are utilized for our benefit.”
The minister referred to the FCT commissioning of the CNG-powered Renewed Hope Transport Scheme as a “pilot scheme,” which the Federal Government intends to expand to other states across the country in due time.
Alkali also addressed the issue of maintenance, which is often a challenge with this type of bus launch. He emphasized that his ministry has taken steps to ensure these buses will be properly maintained.
He explained that issues with maintenance were the reason behind transferring the buses to the three transport unions.
