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Nissan develops E-Power to hasten electric vehicles adoption in Africa, others

Nissan develops E-Power to hasten electric vehicles adoption in Africa, others
Nissan says its recently developed E-Power will accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in many African countries including Nigeria and other places where they experience inadequate electricity supply amid high price of fuel.
Amit Sharma, General Manager of Stallion NMN, Nigeria’s representative of Nissan brand, disclosed this in Lagos.
He described the Nissan’s E-Power, a revolutionary technology, as a game changer, which had already been introduced to both the Qashqai and the X-Trail models, in the global quest for optimum performance of vehicles.
He spoke at the 2023 Nigeria Auto Journalists Association’s training workshop held under the theme, “Autogas/Electric Vehicles as Alternatives”.
Sharma stated that while the world is moving towards full electric vehicles, Nigeria still lacks basic infrastructure.
“Electrification is the future, E-POWER provides us with an incredible solution in a continent which has the challenges which Africa has,” he said.
He also said, “Range anxiety or the amount of power you have in your battery, just like your mobile phone or your laptop, is a major concern, which is even worse when there is not an infrastructure of charging stations that you can rely on.”
According to him, basic infrastructure such as charging points in urban planning is still limited and expensive, adding that an enabling policy on EVs development is also lacking.
He said this was why Nissan developed the revolutionary E-Power technology to help Africa and other areas while Nissan operates to solve their mobility issues with technology that took into account road severity and fuel efficiency.
Sharma said, “The E-POWER is not a hybrid engine, but an electric engine, where the electricity is generated by a smaller internal combustion engine.
“Best of both worlds, it does away with range anxiety, but introduces all the benefits of electrification, like the incredible torque and performance that we have been witnessing, especially on the Formula E circuit.
“There are many innovations that have made motoring better, faster and safer because of Nissan’s commitment – from E-POWER to E-4ORCE regenerative braking and all-wheel drive technology, the smart pedal and even battery life.”
In his own contribution at the event, Chairman of National Gas Expansion Programme (NGEP), Dr Mohammed Ibrahim, said not less than 9,000 out of 10,000 filling stations in Nigeria have been approved to operate as multi-fuel stations, where vehicle owners could refuel for auto gas, petrol and diesel.
He said the move was part of efforts towards cushioning the effects of petrol subsidy removal.
He said, “Under NGEP, we have what we call the multi-fuel scheme whereby we do not intend to shut down the current petrol stations that we have in the country, about 10,000 of them. But rather, we have carried out an audit whereby 9,000 out of 10,000 of them qualify to retrofit to become multi-fuel.
He said, “We have an N250bn National Gas Expansion Programme (NGEP) fund domiciled in the Central Bank so that if you want to import conversion kits, if you want to import related products, you can access this fund.”
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FRSC, NADDC, NRC, others to discuss sustainable transportation at 11th Nigeria Transport Lecture Thursday

FRSC, NADDC, NRC, others to discuss sustainable transportation at 11th Nigeria Transport Lecture Thursday
The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Nigerian Shippers’ Council, among others, are expected to dissect and discuss sustainable transportation in Nigeria: Prospects and Challenges, the theme of the 11th Nigeria Transport Lecture (NTL).
The event billed to take place on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, is organized by Transport Day Media (www.transportday.com.ng), a monthly hard copy and daily online publication.
The discourse, which will involve industry players from both the public and private sectors, will x-ray sustainability, cutting across all modes of transportation in Nigeria.
According to the Editor of Transport Day Media, Mr. Frank Kintum, the topic is relevant in contemporary times because Nigeria cannot be left behind in the embrace of cleaner and sustainable transportation.
He said, “We cannot run away from the fact that we have to continuously discuss and take action on issues concerning sustainable transportation because it comes with a lot of benefits in terms of cost cutting, life style and general productivity”.
He added that the annual Transport Lecture which had held in Lagos and Abuja in the past, remains a platform for relevant stakeholders in the transport and logistics value chain to discuss and exchange ideas on key contemporary topics as they unfold.
Some lead paper presenters in past editions included MD, Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), 1st Edition, 2013; DG, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), 5th Edition, 2018; Former Federal Permanent Secretary, Dr. Anthonia Ekpa, 9th Edition, 2022, and Corps Marshal of the FRSC, 10th edition, 2024.
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NAJA announces date for 2nd Nigeria Auto Industry Summit

NAJA announces date for 2nd Nigeria Auto Industry Summit
…to focus on Nigeria first, local content development
The Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) has announced that the second edition of the Nigeria Auto Industry Summit (NAISU) will hold on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Conference Centre in Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.
This year’s summit, themed “Nigeria First: Local Content as Catalyst for Automotive Economy”, will bring together key stakeholders in government, manufacturing, trade, among others to chart a forward-thinking path for the nation’s automotive industry.
Organised in partnership with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), the Nigeria Association of Automotive Manufacturers (NAMA), and the African Association of Automobile Manufacturers (AAAM), the summit aims to deepen the national conversation around local content integration and the long-term viability of Nigeria’s automotive sector.
It will also dwell on the Federal Government recently launched Nigeria’s First initiative and the buying of the locally assembled automobiles.
The event will be declared open by the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, while Joseph Oluwemimo Osanipin, Director-General of the NADDC, will be the Chief Host.
Commenting on the importance of the summit, Mike Ochonma, Chairman of the NAISU Planning Committee, said: “This year’s summit focuses on how local content can drive sustainable industrialization in Nigeria’s auto sector.
“We are bringing the right voices together—from regulators and customs officials to local manufacturers and traders—so that policies and actions can align.
“Local content is more than policy; it’s the foundation for job creation, skill transfer, and industrial sovereignty. NAISU 2025 will help unify efforts and challenges to go beyond imported solutions.”
Some of those expected to make presentations at the summit are Chief Anselm Ilekuba, Chairman, Association of Local Content Manufacturers (ALCMAN); Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, Comptroller-General, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS); Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, Director-General, Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON); Hon. Ngozi Emechebe, President, Auto Spare Parts and Machinery Dealers Association (ASPAMDA).
Theodore Opara, Chairman of the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA), the umbrella body for journalists covering the automotive sector in Nigeria, said, “As auto journalists, we understand the power of information in shaping national policy. NAISU is our contribution to a better-informed, locally driven auto economy.”
“The future of Nigeria’s auto sector lies in how we leverage our local resources, manpower, and innovation. NAISU offers a platform for strategic collaboration that reflects NAJA’s own mandate to build a resilient automotive ecosystem.”
“Local content is more than policy; it’s the foundation for job creation, skill transfer, and industrial sovereignty. NAISU 2025 will help unify efforts and challenges to go beyond imported solutions.”
The 2025 NAISU will feature keynote addresses, panel sessions, and networking engagements centred on how Nigeria can reduce dependency on imported components and increase domestic production capacity.
Issues slated for discussion include: Custom tariff frameworks and local assembly incentives; Supply chain localization and small-scale manufacturing; Technology transfer and skilled workforce development and Regulatory compliance and standard enforcement.
The Nigeria Auto Industry Summit is fast becoming the premier annual forum for strategic discourse on the automotive future of Africa’s largest economy.
For participation, partnership, or media inquiries, stakeholders are encouraged to contact the NAJA Secretariat or visit the association’s official communication channels.
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NEW ERA to commission Nigeria’s first Jetour-branded showroom Wednesday

NEW ERA to commission Nigeria’s first Jetour-branded showroom Wednesday
NEW ERA Autovehicle Services Limited, a new player in Nigeria’s automotive industry, is set to officially commission its state-of-the-art dealership outfit in the prestigious Lekki area of Lagos on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
This landmark event marks a significant milestone as the Lekki showroom becomes the first Jetour-branded dealership in Nigeria, just two years after the Jetour brand made its entry into the Nigerian automotive market. The new showroom will serve as a flagship hub for the Jetour brand, reflecting its cutting-edge design, premium experience, and customer-centric approach.
The commissioning ceremony will bring together prominent auto industry personalities, top government officials, and captains of industry from across the country, highlighting the importance of this development to Nigeria’s growing automotive ecosystem.
Speaking ahead of the launch, Kemi Koyejo, Chief Executive Officer of NEW ERA Autovehicle Services Limited, expressed her enthusiasm, saying, “We are proud to unveil this pioneering Jetour-branded showroom in Lekki.
“It reflects our commitment to innovation, excellence, and meeting the evolving needs of Nigerian motorists with global-standard services and vehicles.”
The Lekki facility will not only showcase the latest models from Jetour’s lineup but will also provide world-class aftersales support, technical servicing, and a unique brand experience tailored to the Nigerian market.
The opening signals NEW ERA’s strategic vision to establish itself as a key stakeholder in the transformation of the Nigerian auto sector and a driving force in the promotion of globally recognized brands like Jetour.
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