NIPCO Converts 15,000 Vehicles To Use Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

NIPCO announce the conversion of 15,000 vehicles to run on the cheaper Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).

The firm also announced partnership with Delta State to construct a CNG station conversion workshop in Asaba.

Says that it is actively working with PCNGI to increase the availability of CNG conversion kits and workshops.

In its efforts to promote the “Switch to CNG” campaign in Nigeria, the Nigerian Independent Petroleum Company (NIPCO) has announced the conversion of 15,000 vehicles to run on the cheaper fuel, Compressed Natural Gas.

NIPCO also revealed it has received Gas Distribution Licences (GDL) from the Federal Government through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.

The company’s Managing Director, Nagendra Verma, disclosed this to journalists in Lagos, noting that with these awards, NIPCO Gas Ltd now stands as Nigeria’s largest indigenous licensed gas distribution company.

“This achievement is a testament to our unwavering commitment and the continuous support of stakeholders like you.”

Nagendra Verma also announced that NIPCO entered into an agreement with Delta State recently to construct a CNG station and CNG conversion workshop initially in Asaba.

“We are hoping to increase the number of CNG stations and conversion workshops in Delta State with the support of the government.”

Verma added that : “We are actively working with PCNGI to increase the availability of CNG conversion kits and workshops. Educating Nigerians on the benefits and safety of CNG remains our top priority, and we count on the media to play a pivotal role in this effort.”

Gas Distribution Licenses awarded to NIPCO Gas Ltd include :

1. Ibadan Axis (Ogere-Ibadan-Oluyole-Olorisaoko-Asejire-Ajoda) – Nipco Gas/NGML.

2. Benin City – Nipco Gas.

3. Lekki Free Trade Zone – Nipco Gas/NGML.

4. Kara-Sagamu-Abeokuta-Ibadan Axis (Sagamu Interchange-Ibafo-Isheri-Otedola Bridge) – Nipco Gas/NGML.

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