The senate has taken a bold legislative step towards a greener and more sustainable transport system in the future in Nigeria.
By Haruna Salami
The senate has taken a bold legislative step towards a greener and more sustainable transport system in the future in Nigeria.
This was sequel to “Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill, 2025 (SB 856), which passed first reading at Senate plenary on Tuesday.
The sponsor of the bill Senator Orji Uzo Kalu (Abia North) said the “Bill seeks to establish a comprehensive legal and policy framework for Nigeria’s transition to electric vehicles” (EVs), with a strong focus on promoting local manufacturing, job creation, and environmental sustainability.
Kalu said the proposed legislation is designed to position Nigeria as a regional leader in clean energy transportation while boosting industrial capacity.
Details of the Bill made available to some media organisations reveals that the Bill is not just about reducing carbon emissions; it is about creating thousands of jobs, driving local innovation, and ensuring that Nigeria does not lag behind in the global shift towards electric mobility.
Further insights into the Bill outlines ambitious targets, including the development of nationwide electric vehicle charging infrastructure, incentives to accelerate the adoption of EVs by individuals, businesses, and government agencies, and the integration of renewable energy into transport systems .