NiMet Deploys Electric Vehicles For Airside Operations Across Nigeria’s Five International Airports

NiMet deploys Electric Vehicles for airside operations across Nigeria’s five International Airports.

The EVs deployed for airside operations in Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt and Enugu International Airports.

The electric vehicle’s battery-pack will allow a driving range of up to 200 km (124 miles) per charge.

In a first in Nigeria’s aviation sector, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has announced the launch and deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) for airside operations across Nigeria’s five international airports — Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt, and Enugu.

The agency said that the adoption of these eco-friendly electric vehicles (EVs) will offer multiple benefits — from zero emissions and lower maintenance costs to reduced noise levels and improved energy efficiency.

In a statement, Nimet said this initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which emphasizes clean energy and climate resilience.

Powered by a 30 kW rear-mounted electric motor, the electric vehicle, a Bestune Pony, uses a 18.11 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery-pack, which allows a driving range of up to 200 kilometers (approximately 124 miles) per charge.

According Nimet, the vehicles will be supported by dedicated charging stations at each airport — creating a practical and eco-friendly ecosystem that supports day-to-day operations without reliance on fossil fuels.

“The quiet and efficient EVs will facilitate smoother airside logistics, reduce downtime linked to fuel supply challenges, and cut operational costs — all of which contribute to more reliable, timely, and energy-efficient service delivery.

“By minimizing emissions and maintenance demands, NiMet can channel more resources into its core functions of weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and aviation safety.

The project was championed by NiMet’s Director General, Professor Charles Anosike, as part of the agency’s commitment to innovation, efficiency, and environmental responsibility in aviation.

“Under his leadership, NiMet continues to drive forward-thinking initiatives that not only modernize its operations but also strengthen its role as a key player in advancing green growth and environmental responsibility within the aviation sector.”

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