By our reporter 5.11.2025
The Godswill Akpabio led Nigerian Senate Wednesday advanced a bill that will remove petrol-powered vehicles from Nigerian roads in embrace of electric vehicles.
This is against the background of inadequate power supply in the country. The billed sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu passed its second reading and according to him the bill is a major step in the nation’s push toward cleaner energy and modern mobility.
Senator Kalu stressed that the transportation sector contributes heavily to pollution, saying the new law would help cut emissions, encourage innovation, and push Nigeria into the global clean-energy space.
“This bill seeks to create a comprehensive legal and institutional framework that will guide Nigeria’s gradual transition from dependence on fossil fuel-powered vehicles to clean, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly development,” he explained.
The bill also proposes a National Electric Vehicle Development and Promotion Council. The council will coordinate federal and state efforts, support EV manufacturing, and guide policies to encourage investors and consumers.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio praised the initiative, calling it a “very good innovation” that aligns with global trends and future transportation needs.
The bill has been forwarded to the Senate Committee on Industries, which will review the details and submit its report within four weeks.
There has to be a steady supply of electricity for EVs to be a viable transportation option. Currently according to government statistics, Nigeria has an installed capacity for generation of 14,000 megawatts but can only supply 6,000 megawatts nationwide for a population of over 200m people.