Nigerian Govt Sends 2Face, Rarara, Ola of Lagos, and Others to Explore India’s CNG Success

Bashar Jelani Limanchi

3 weeks ago

Nigerian Govt Sends 2Face, Rarara, Ola of Lagos, and Others to Explore India’s CNG Success

As Nigeria seeks to transition towards more sustainable energy sources, the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has enlisted several of the country’s most influential figures, including music icon 2Face Idibia, Northern musician Rarara, lifestyle influencer Ola of Lagos, and others, to embark on a fact-finding trip to India. The purpose of this mission is to explore how India has successfully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG) into its energy infrastructure, and to gather insights on how Nigeria can adopt similar practices.

India has become a global leader in CNG adoption, with millions of vehicles running on the fuel and a robust infrastructure supporting its widespread use in both transportation and industrial sectors. The Nigerian influencers will visit key locations in India, including conversion centers, refueling stations, gas distribution facilities, and industrial hubs, to learn about the CNG value chain and how it has contributed to the country’s energy transition.

This initiative is part of PCNGI’s broader strategy to promote transparency and encourage open discussions about Nigeria’s energy future. By involving well-known figures who resonate with diverse audiences, the project aims to foster public engagement and build confidence in the potential of natural gas as Nigeria’s primary energy resource. The influencers, who are trusted voices in their respective fields, will document their experiences and share their findings with their followers, providing real-time insights into the journey.

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The mission is also supported by Nigerian companies Femadec Energy and Rolling Energy, both of which play an active role in the country’s CNG value chain. Representatives from the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) will join the trip to explore how CNG can transform Nigeria’s commercial transportation sector.

Otega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Digital/New Media, emphasized that the trip’s goal is not to blindly promote policies but to provide Nigerians with the facts, encouraging them to engage with the topic and shape the national conversation around energy. By showcasing India’s success and the practical aspects of adopting CNG, the trip aims to inform and empower Nigerians to actively participate in the country’s energy transformation.

As 2Face, Rarara, Ola of Lagos, and the other influencers share their experiences from India, Nigerians will gain valuable insights into how a well-planned energy transition can be achieved. This mission is a significant step toward involving the public in the dialogue surrounding Nigeria’s energy future and ensuring a transparent and informed process as the country looks to embrace CNG as a key energy source.