Nigeria’s push for cleaner and more affordable energy is accelerating, with over 100,000 vehicles now running on compressed natural gas (CNG), according to the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI). This milestone marks significant progress in the country’s energy transition agenda, as the government and private sector collaborate to shift from traditional fuels to greener alternatives.
Launched to fast-track Nigeria’s move toward alternative fuel use, the PCNGI has also overseen the rise of more than 300 certified CNG conversion centres nationwide, up sharply from just seven at the programme’s inception. Many of these centres are run by local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), unlocking new entrepreneurial opportunities and sustaining thousands of jobs.
In a recent statement, the initiative dismissed reports suggesting it had removed its list of approved centres to conceal information. It clarified that the website is undergoing updates to reflect a broader and more inclusive range of newly approved centres.
Private sector participation continues to strengthen the initiative’s momentum. Notably, the Dangote Group has deployed 4,000 CNG-powered trucks, along with 100 virtual pipeline vehicles and several daughter stations—demonstrating growing investor confidence in gas-powered transport solutions.
Since its launch, the PCNGI has attracted over $800 million in investment and is credited with creating more than 100,000 direct and indirect jobs nationwide. The initiative is not only driving economic growth but also positioning Nigeria as a regional hub for clean mobility and gas innovation.
