The Nigerian Senate has started the process of supporting cleaner and more modern transportation by reading the Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill, 2025 for the first time.
The bill was introduced by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu during Tuesday’s session, which was led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
This new bill aims to help Nigeria move away from petrol and diesel cars and begin using electric vehicles (EVs). It focuses on encouraging local production of electric cars, creating jobs for Nigerians, and protecting the environment from pollution.
Speaking about the bill, Senator Kalu explained that it’s not just about cutting down carbon emissions. According to him, it’s also about giving Nigeria a chance to lead in new technology, create thousands of jobs, and reduce our heavy reliance on fuel.
If this bill becomes law, the government will begin building charging points for electric cars across the country, support people and businesses who want to switch to electric vehicles, and bring renewable energy like solar into transportation systems.
Some of the main plans in the bill include:
Supporting Nigerian factories to start making electric cars
Helping people get jobs in electric vehicle-related work like repairs, battery production, and transport services
Making Nigeria a center for modern and clean transport in West Africa
Reducing the use of petrol and diesel to protect the air and improve health
The bill also says that any foreign car company that wants to sell electric cars in Nigeria must partner with a Nigerian company and set up a local assembly plant within three years. By the year 2030, they must also make sure that at least 30% of the car parts come from Nigeria.
This move is seen as an important step toward preparing Nigeria for the future of transportation, while also boosting local industries and keeping our environment cleaner.
