NIPCO Restates Commitment to Availability of CNG as Vehicular Fuel

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In line with President Bola Tinubu-led administration’s strategic plan to make Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) readily available across Nigeria to diversify the nation’s energy mix, NIPCO Gas Limited has restated its commitment to make the product accessible to motorists as vehicular fuel so as to reduce dependence on conventional fuels.

Speaking at the inauguration of another auto CNG station in Kubwa area of Abuja, the Managing Director of NIPCO Gas Limited, Mr. Nagendra Verma, pledged that his company will continue to support and implement measures to ensure the availability of economical, sustainable and environmentally friendly fuel for transportation in Nigeria.

According to him, the inauguration of the station.which commenced operations over over the weekend was an affirmation of the company’s determination to ensure widespread availability of auto CNG across the country.      

He noted that as Nigeria grapples with the challenges of huge expenditure on fuel and seeks cleaner energy alternatives, his company would remain at the forefront of driving positive change in the country’s energy landscape.  

Verma added that the new station is a testament of the company’s mission to drive positive change in the country’s transportation sector.

“It is the company’s belief that the path to a sustainable future starts with transformative initiatives, and the launch of the Kubwa AutoCNG Station exemplifies our commitment in action,” Verma said. 

He further declared that CNG, known for its cost-effectiveness and significantly lower carbon emissions compared to traditional fuels, is positioned as a beacon of environmentally responsible transportation.

 Verma  expressed the company’s steadfast dedication to enhancing CNG accessibility throughout Nigeria. 

He highlighted the company’s investments in cutting-edge technologies and infrastructure to ensure the widespread availability of CNG across the country.

Verma expressed optimism about the positive impact that increased CNG adoption would have on both the environment and the Nigerian economy.