Fed Govt to implement smart regulations for CNG

is set to become a permanent fixture in Nigeria’s energy landscape, the Programme Director and Chief Executive of the Presidential CNG Initiative , Michael Oluwagbemi, has said the government’s plan is to implement smart regulations that promotes growth and provides clear, predictable rules for safe investment. “We aim for a CNG sector with zero incidents as we seek to convert up to one million vehicles in the next three to four years,” he said.

He described the compressed natural gas as the gas and fuel of the future for the transportation and power sectors, but also acknowledged concerns regarding the safety of CNG given its high-pressure storage requirements. Oluwagbemi noted that it is of paramount importance to develop a robust regulatory framework to ensure the safe handling and use of CNG, particularly in the transportation sector. A key initiative referenced in this regard was the development of the Nigerian Gas Vehicle Monitoring System , designed to oversee safety practices in the natural gas vehicle system.

Similarly, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Gas Association , Taji Ogbe emphasised that safety in the gas industry is the top priority. He buttressed the cost savings and environmental benefits of CNG compared to petrol and diesel.

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