President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive banning the purchase of petrol-dependent vehicles by members of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and has mandated all government ministries, departments, and agencies to procure Compressed-Natural-Gas-powered (CNG) vehicles.
The directive, confirmed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, underscores Tinubu’s commitment to ensuring energy security, promoting efficiency, and reducing the high costs associated with fuel consumption.
Ngelale emphasized that the President’s decision supports Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources, with CNG-enabled vehicles known for producing lower emissions and offering a more affordable option for energy consumers in the country.
During a meeting with FEC members earlier on Monday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President Tinubu reiterated his administration’s dedication to energy reforms.
“This nation will not progress forward if we continue to dance on the same spot. We have the will to drive the implementation of CNG adoption across the country, and we must set the example as public officials in leading the way to that prosperous future that we are working to achieve for our people. It starts with us, and in seeing that we are serious, Nigerians will follow our lead,” President Tinubu stated.
Expounding on the President’s directives, Ngelale further stated, “The President directed the rejection of all memos brought by members of FEC seeking the purchase of traditional petrol-dependent vehicles, tasking the affected members of the council to go back and diligently seek value-driven procurements of CNG-compliant vehicles.
“The President remains committed to effectively harnessing the nation’s gas potential, alleviating the burden of high transportation costs on the masses while enhancing the standard of living of all Nigerians.”
