The Electric Mobility Promoters Association of Nigeria (EMPAN) has said that adopting electric vehicles (EVs) could reduce transportation operational costs in the country by up to 40 percent.
EMPAN President, Mr. Dapo Adesina, stated this on Saturday in Lagos during a certificate presentation ceremony for roadside mechanics who completed a free training programme on the repair and maintenance of electric motorcycles and tricycles.
Adesina explained that the initiative was part of the association’s drive to build local capacity and accelerate Nigeria’s transition to clean mobility. He described EVs as the future of transport, stressing their environmental and economic advantages.
“Electric vehicles are eco-friendly and support Nigeria’s energy transition plan. The transport sector contributes about 25 percent of emissions, and EV adoption will help cut pollution significantly,” he said.
Highlighting the benefits, he noted that EVs have zero tailpipe emissions, operate with little or no noise, and drastically lower running costs. “You can save between 40 to 60 percent of your daily, weekly, or monthly expenses compared to internal combustion engine vehicles,” he added.
Adesina said EMPAN would continue monitoring and evaluating trainees to create job opportunities within the growing EV sector. He congratulated the graduates, describing them as “pioneers and first responders” who would drive public confidence in electric mobility.
He added that offering free training was part of EMPAN’s commitment to empowering grassroots technicians, democratizing knowledge, and preparing a skilled workforce to sustain Nigeria’s future transport ecosystem.
Also speaking at the event, Mr. Sola Adedeji, Head of Infrastructure at Zoome, noted that more than 1,500 electric bikes had been deployed within a year. He emphasized that EVs are cost-competitive with conventional vehicles and present a better long-term option as the world shifts away from fossil fuels.
One of the trainers, Mr. Samuel Owoeye, commended EMPAN and its partners for the initiative, saying the programme had equipped mechanics with hands-on knowledge in testing, isolating, and fixing EV components. He encouraged Nigerians to embrace electric vehicles for their economic and environmental benefits.