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Nasarawa State Partners with Electric Motor Vehicle Company to Promote Clean Energy and Sustainable Transportation

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The Nasarawa State government has formed a partnership with an Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC) to promote clean energy and sustainable transportation in the state. The partnership involves the establishment of an electric vehicle charging station in the state, which is the first of its kind. The CEO of EMVC, Prince Mustapha Audu, stated that the collaboration aims to boost the transportation system, produce clean energy, and reduce emissions. He also mentioned that the company is committed to creating job opportunities for the citizens of the state and transferring technology and knowledge to the youth.

Key Takeaways:

  • The partnership between Nasarawa State government and EMVC aims to promote clean energy and sustainable transportation in the state.
  • The first electric vehicle charging station in the state was launched during President Bola Tinubu's visit to the state.
  • The EMVC CEO, Prince Mustapha Audu, stated that the company has plans to set up a minimum of five charging stations in the state.
  • The electric vehicles produced by EMVC have a range of 1,200 km per charge, with the charging cost being ₦5,000 per watt of charge.
  • The company has listed various benefits of electric vehicles, including reduction in carbon footprint, cleaner air, and lower operating costs.
  • The CEO acknowledged challenges such as poor road conditions and climate change but assured that the vehicles are designed with Nigerian realities in mind.
  • The technical officer at EMVC, Engineer Hassan Ibrahim, mentioned that the charging station has multiple charging bays that can accommodate three cars charging simultaneously within three hours.
  • The charging station supports various electric vehicle models with different battery capacities, including 40-amp, 120-amp, and 160-amp lithium batteries.

Statistics:

  • The Nasarawa State government has partnered with EMVC to establish electric vehicle charging stations in the state.
  • The first charging station can accommodate up to three cars charging simultaneously within three hours.
  • The charging cost is ₦5,000 per watt of charge.
  • The electric vehicles produced by EMVC have a range of 1,200 km per charge.
  • The smaller mini sedans are the most affordable brand new cars in Nigeria, ranging from ₦14 million.
  • The tricycles produced by EMVC cost ₦4.1 million with a two-year warranty.
  • The company has plans to set up a minimum of five charging stations in the state.

Sources:

  • "Nasarawa State Partners with Electric Motor Vehicle Company to Promote Clean Energy and Sustainable Transportation", Voice of Nigeria, 27 June 2025.

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