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FG Provides Free CNG Vehicle Conversion At Six Locations Throughout Lagos
The Federal Government is set to offer free compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle conversions at six designated locations across Lagos. This initiative is part of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi) aimed at making transportation more affordable and environmentally friendly.
Free CNG Conversion Details:
- Date and Time: Free CNG conversions will begin on Friday, September 13, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- Offer: The first 50 cars that pass inspection at each location will receive free CNG conversion kits. These vehicles will then be able to refuel at any NIPCO station for ₦230 per SCM of CNG, offering substantial savings compared to gasoline.
Authorized CNG Conversion Centers in Lagos:
- Femadec
- Location: Km 42, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Majek Second Gate Stop, Abiju Ibeju, Lekki, Lagos.
- Portland
- Location: No. 1, Ojota Interchange Terminal, Bayo Shodipo, Ojota, Lagos.
- Mezovest
- Location: KM 23, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ajah, opposite Kilimanjaro, beside Libmat Motors, by Abraham Adesanya Bus Stop.
- Dana Motors
- Location: Dana Motors Ltd Kia Plaza, 117 Oshodi-Apapa Expressway, Isolo, Lagos.
- MBH Power
- Location: Km 5, Ikotun Road, Itamope, Ikorodu, Lagos.
- Autogig
- Location: Plot 144b Gbagada Expressway, Gbagada, Lagos.
Additional Locations and Dates:
The “Operation First Come, First Serve” initiative will also take place in other cities:
- Abeokuta and Ibadan: Friday, September 13, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- Abuja and Kaduna: Saturday, September 14, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
The first 50 vehicles at each location will qualify for free CNG conversion kits.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu introduced the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) in August 2023 with the goal of revolutionizing Nigerian transportation by bringing in over 11,500 CNG-equipped cars and 55,000 gasoline vehicle conversion kits.
