The Federal Government has launched a charging station for Electric Vehicles (EVs) in the nation’s capital, Abuja. This was revealed in a statement by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, who called it “a bold step forward in Nigeria’s journey toward sustainable, clean energy solutions.”

According to Nnaji, the project, a partnership between the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) and the Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC), “reflects our national commitment to reducing reliance on fossil fuels, strengthening energy security.”

The minister commended the Director-General of the ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi and the EMVC team for their dedication to innovation and clean mobility.

Speaking further on the development, Abdullahi, explained that the newly commissioned (EV) charging station was designed for durability and sustainability. He stressed that the project aligns with Nigeria’s climate change goals and clean energy policies aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, using solar energy.

Abdullahi said the station uses fast-charging technology, capable of fully charging an electric vehicle in 30 minutes.

He stated that the facility is a Kilowatt Solar-Powered installation with the capacity of operating using both power supply from the public grid when preferred, as well as Solar Photovoltaic (PV) energy.

The Director added that it is equipped with a 20-kilowatt Lithium Battery and a BVA intelligent inverter, specifically designed to ensure quick charging and ease of maintainability.