As part of its efforts to accelerate the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas as a cleaner and more affordable fuel alternative in Nigeria, NNPC Retail Limited, a subsidiary of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, has sensitised over 1,000 auto mechanics through a comprehensive awareness initiative.
The Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, revealed this in a statement he issued on Saturday.
Soneye said the sensitisation exercise took place at the National Artisans and Technicians Conference held last week in Lagos State.
He said the conference brought together a large audience drawn from auto mechanics and technicians from across the country, adding that the engagement aimed to demystify the process of converting gasoline-powered vehicles to CNG and encouraged the adoption of sustainable energy solutions.
In addition to promoting the benefits of CNG conversion, NRL also raised awareness on Oleum, its lubricant range, known for its excellent performance in both gasoline and CNG-powered vehicles.
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The landmark initiative also underscored NRL’s commitment to driving the nation’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, while ensuring Nigerian artisans are well-informed about emerging trends in the automotive sector, Soneye said.
The conference featured practical demonstrations on the technicalities of converting vehicles from gasoline to CNG, providing the mechanics with first-hand insights into the process.
Speaking at the engagement session, the Executive Director, Retail Operations and Mobility at NRL, Baba Shettima Kukawa, encouraged the mechanics to seek out the necessary skills for CNG conversion, emphasising that it is a growing trend that will shape the future of Nigeria’s automotive industry.
Kukawa said: “We believe that sensitising mechanics on the importance of CNG adoption is critical to achieving Nigeria’s long-term energy goals.
“While this engagement focused on raising awareness, we urge artisans to actively pursue the skills required to contribute to this transformative shift toward cleaner and more affordable fuel options.
“This initiative represents a crucial step in advancing the nation’s transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.”
Responding, the Chairmen of the Motor Mechanics and Technicians Association of Nigeria and Nigeria Automobile Technicians Association commended NRL for its proactive approach and called for the expansion of the initiative to include even more mechanics and technicians nationwide.
Both associations highlighted the importance of sustained efforts to further support Nigeria’s move toward cleaner energy solutions.
In support of the local automotive sector, the NRL also provided auto mechanics with coveralls, toolboxes, and generators during the event to enhance their business operations and promote sustainability.
NNPC Retail’s commitment to promoting CNG as an alternative fuel aligns with the broader strategic vision of NNPCL to reduce the environmental impact of Nigeria’s energy consumption while making fuel more affordable for consumers, Soneye added in the statement.
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