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Electric vehicles crucial to Nigeria’s industrial growth, says Minister Oduwole at SAGLEV assembly plant visit
Electric vehicles crucial to Nigeria’s industrial growth, says Minister Oduwole at SAGLEV assembly plant visit
Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has highlighted the pivotal role electric vehicles (EVs) will play in shaping the country’s future industrial landscape.
She also promised the support of gge Federal Government for EV development in Nigeria and urged corporate firms and individuals to give their backing through patronage.
During a visit to SAGLEV, an EV assembly plant located in Imota, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Dr. Oduwole emphasized the potential of EVs to transform Nigeria’s transportation and logistics sectors by enhancing innovation, energy efficiency, and economic productivity.
She affirmed the government’s commitment to supporting local investors through business-friendly policies. “President Bola Tinubu’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy is designed to prioritize and empower Nigerian businesses like SAGLEV,” she said.
Referencing the recent Domestic Investor Summit, the minister noted that progress seen today is the result of years of groundwork, including training, collaboration, and strategic partnerships.
Dr. Oduwole pointed out that EVs consume 80% less energy than conventional vehicles, which could substantially reduce costs and support large-scale infrastructure projects such as the ongoing coastal road initiative.
She said, “This administration from industrial policy, to trade policy is focused on Nigerian investors and putting them first so that they can thrive.
“This (EV) is affordable; this is sustainable; this is what can really jump-start our transportation logistics businesses. So from a business perspective, there are affordable vehicles. There is also opportunity for credit which young Nigerians can look at it.
“We will continue to deliver workable reforms for small and medium sized enterprises as they scale, and manufacturers as they produce, we want them to be competitive.
“These are vehicles that use 80 per cent less of power and it is really what can take Nigeria to the next level, what can take productivity, with projects like coastal road, you know what that is going to mean as a multiplier effect for the Nigerian economy.
“Nigerians are extremely patriotic. Anything Nigeria is extremely popular.
I think we should stop this rhetoric of Nigerians not patronising Nigerian products. This is a product that is Chinese and it is going to be domiciled here. He also has his own brand that would be manufactured here in Nigeria.
“We really need to acknowledge and support investors who have taken the hard road of going through finding land, finding technical partner, going through trade facilitation with our ports, all the reforms that are going right now, making sure they are training young technicians, making sure they are also expanding outside the Nigerian market, exporting to the African Continental Free Trade Area, this is exactly what President Bola Ahmed Tinubu wants to see and how he wants to support domestic investors.”
The minister also pledged streamlining customs procedures, citing investors feedback that automation and other reforms are already making trade more efficient. “Trade facilitation is key, especially for our regional integration across Africa,” she said.
She mentioned the National Single Window Project (NSWP) as a vital step in simplifying trade processes, adding that while challenges remain, compliance with regulations is improving.
Also present was Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, who reiterated the state government’s commitment to supporting EV investments under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. She emphasized the employment potential such initiatives hold for Nigeria’s growing youth population.
Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council, Mr. Joseph Osanipin, announced that the much-talked about new legislation to regulate Nigeria’s automotive policy would be rolled out soon.
The DG also spoke about a National Occupational Standard policy for EV servicing and maintenance, which would guide training in technical institutions nationwide.
SAGLEV CEO, Dr. Gbenga Faleye, called for stronger government support to improve raw material importation and increase local patronage.
He said the company could produce 2,500 electric vehicles annually and employ residents from the Imota community as part of its corporate social responsibility.
Faleye urged Nigerian manufacturers to focus on the country’s vast opportunities despite persistent challenges.
“Progress takes time. Let’s stay focused on the possibilities,” he said.
The traditional ruler of Imota, Oba Ajibade Agoro, thanked the minister for her visit, declaring it a sign of Imota’s rising status as an industrial hub in Lagos.
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Jetour Targets Abuja Market with X70 PHEV as Nationwide Expansion Gathers Pace
Jetour Targets Abuja Market with X70 PHEV as Nationwide Expansion Gathers Pace
Jetour Nigeria is taking its hybrid SUV offensive to Abuja, with the X70 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) set to headline the three-day Jetour Experience from September 22 to 24 as the automaker accelerates its drive to expand its footprint and capture a larger share of Nigeria’s fast-evolving mobility market.
The Abuja showcase, coming on the heels of a strong Lagos edition that generated significant consumer interest, test drives and sales enquiries, is designed to bring Jetour’s latest technologies closer to customers in the Federal Capital Territory and neighbouring states.
The event at Maha Event Centre, Area 8, will give prospective buyers and auto enthusiasts the opportunity to test-drive the X70 PHEV and other Jetour models while interacting with product specialists and experiencing their technology, safety features, performance and comfort firsthand.
According to the company, expanding the showcase to the Federal Capital Territory was a direct response to rising demand from residents in Abuja and neighbouring states.
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To bolster buyer confidence, Jetour Nigeria—the country’s sole authorised distributor—backs the X70 PHEV with a five-year or 150,000-kilometre warranty.
The distributor operates through an accredited nationwide dealer network, including: Elizade Nigeria Limited,
New Era Auto Vehicle Services Limited, Kojo Motors, Germaine Auto Centre, Tab Autos Limited, R.T. Briscoe Motors, and Mandilas Autos.
The X70 PHEV pairs a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with a 19.43kWh battery and a dedicated hybrid transmission. Designed to balance performance with fuel efficiency, the vehicle supports fast, slow, engine, and regenerative braking charging options—reducing reliance on external charging infrastructure.
Jetour’s rapid growth in the Nigerian market has earned both private and corporate patronage, driven by competitive pricing, high specification levels, and an expanding service footprint. The brand was named “Fastest Growing Auto Brand of the Year” at the 2024 Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) Awards.
With the X70 PHEV leading the Abuja showcase, Jetour aims to deepen customer engagement and consolidate its position in the local automotive market.
Jetour Targets Abuja Market with X70 PHEV as Nationwide Expansion Gathers Pace
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X90 Plus Leads Jetour’s Abuja Drive for Bigger SUV Market Share
X90 Plus Leads Jetour’s Abuja Drive for Bigger SUV Market Share
Jetour Nigeria is taking its premium SUV battle to Abuja, with the seven-seater X90 Plus set to headline the Jetour Experience Abuja from September 22 to 24, as the automaker moves to capture a larger share of Nigeria’s fast-growing high-end family SUV market.
The three-day motoring showcase will give prospective buyers, families and auto enthusiasts in the Federal Capital Territory and neighbouring states an opportunity to experience the X90 Plus and other models in the Jetour range through test drives and hands-on demonstrations.
The Abuja showcase follows the success of the brand’s earlier Jetour Experience in Lagos, where strong customer interest, inquiries and sales momentum reportedly encouraged the company to take the initiative to the Federal Capital Territory.
Jetour Nigeria said growing demand from customers in Abuja and neighbouring states was a major factor behind the decision to expand the experience to the northern market.
Positioned as a full-sized family SUV, the X90 Plus is designed for executives and families seeking a combination of space, technology, performance and comfort without the price tag associated with some luxury SUVs.
The model is offered with 1.6-litre and 2.0-litre turbocharged engines paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The powertrain produces up to 254 horsepower and 390Nm of torque.
Inside the cabin, the X90 Plus features a 12.3-inch LCD touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, Sony premium audio system and wireless charging.
Its safety and driver-assistance features include a 360-degree panoramic camera, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and electronic stability systems.
Jetour’s growing profile in Nigeria has also earned the brand recognition from the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA), which named it Fastest Growing Auto Brand, while it was also recognised as Auto Brand of the Year at the Nigeria Transport Lecture.
To support its expanding customer base, Jetour Nigeria, the sole authorised distributor, operates through seven accredited dealer partners across the country: Elizade Nigeria Limited, Mandilas Autos, R.T. Briscoe Motors, Germaine Auto Centre, Kojo Motors, Tab Autos Limited and New Era Auto Vehicle Services Limited.
The Abuja Experience is expected to provide Jetour with another platform to engage potential customers and reinforce its position in Nigeria’s increasingly competitive SUV market.
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Jetour Takes Award-Winning Dashing, Other SUVs to Abuja
Jetour Takes Award-Winning Dashing, Other SUVs to Abuja
Motorists in Abuja are set for a close encounter with Jetour’s award-winning Dashing and other models as Jetour Nigeria moves to deepen its foothold in the nation’s capital with the Jetour Experience Abuja, beginning September 22.
The three-day motoring event, which runs until September 24, is expected to draw prospective buyers and automobile enthusiasts to a hands-on experience featuring test drives, product demonstrations and direct engagement with Jetour’s seven authorised dealers and product specialists.
The participating dealer network comprises Elizade Nigeria Limited, Kojo Motors, Mandilas Autos, Germaine Auto Centre, R.T. Briscoe, Tab Autos and New Era Auto Vehicle Services Limited.
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The Abuja Experience follows the success of the Lagos edition, which attracted thousands of visitors for test drives and direct engagement with product specialists. According to the organisers, strong demand and inquiries from motorists in Abuja and neighbouring states prompted the expansion of the event to the Federal Capital Territory.
The Dashing has gained attention in Nigeria’s competitive compact SUV segment for its combination of modern styling, technology, performance and competitive pricing.
The SUV is available with 1.5-litre and 1.6-litre turbocharged engines, producing up to 145kW of power and 290Nm of torque, paired with six- or seven-speed dual-clutch transmissions.
Its features include a 15.6-inch central touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, wireless charging and smartphone integration.
For safety, the vehicle comes with a 360-degree surround-view camera, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind-spot detection and multiple airbags.
Beyond vehicle sales, the authorised dealers provide warranty, genuine spare parts and after-sales support to Jetour customers across their respective locations.
The Abuja Experience is expected to strengthen customer engagement and give motorists in the FCT a closer look at Jetour’s growing range of vehicles, while further expanding the brand’s footprint in the northern market.
Jetour Takes Award-Winning Dashing, Other SUVs to Abuja
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