Nigerian Company Assembles CNG Buses for Airport Shuttle Services

• FG has started deploying airport shuttle services using locally built compressed natural gas vehicles
• Officials from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria accepted the Lanre Shittu Motor buses
• The deployment, according to the Minister of Aviation, was carried out following the order of President Bola Tinubu

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The federal government has begun deploying locally assembled compressed natural gas buses for airport shuttle services throughout Nigeria after receiving the first shipment.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria officials, led by its managing director, Olubunmi Kuku, received the buses manufactured by Lanre Shittu Motors at the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos.

Punch reports that during the unveiling at the Lagos airport, Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace management, said the deployment was in accordance with President Bola Tinubu's directive.

He said Nigeria is committed to lowering carbon emissions and reaching global climate goals.

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“What you see here today is a fleet of CNG buses for FAAN to commence passenger movement at all our airports immediately,” the minister said.

The minister also explained that the CNG-powered buses, assembled by Lanre Shittu Motors, are zero-emission vehicles and are equipped with accessibility features for individuals with impairments.

He pointed out that the deployment supports the president's goal of encouraging the use of CNG as a sustainable energy source for automobiles nationwide while lowering reliance on conventional fossil fuels like petrol and diesel.

He clarified that the transition to CNG-powered vehicles is part of the federal government's broader initiative to reduce citizens' financial burden following the removal of fuel subsidies.

According to Taiwo Shittu, managing director of Lanre Shittu Motors, there are two types of buses: a 31-seater for airport shuttles and a 54-seater for city mass transit.

Shittu added that both versions include contemporary conveniences, including charging outlets, viewing displays, and air conditioning, for increased passenger convenience.

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Company launches CNG-powered bus

Legit.ng earlier reported that in response to the increased demand for alternative fuels, CFAO Equipment Nigeria launched a bus powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), offering road transport operators a viable and sustainable choice.

The 7-meter King Long CNG bus is an environmentally sustainable way to alleviate the financial burden on commuters and transporters at the same time, Daily Trust reported.

Francois Van Bladel, General Manager of CFAO Equipment Nigeria, clarified that the CNG-powered bus is an extremely efficient choice in a difficult economic climate because it is manufactured with the newest technology.

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Source: Legit.ng