The Federal Government plans to set up Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centers and refueling stations in 20 federal tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
This initiative, led by the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) in partnership with Femadec Energy, aims to promote clean energy adoption and lower transportation costs for students and lecturers.
A statement from the Presidency confirmed this development, emphasizing that it aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision for affordable and sustainable energy.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa, recently met with Vice-Chancellors and representatives from MDGIF, Femadec Energy, and the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to finalize the project’s details.
Six institutions are expected to have fully operational CNG facilities by May 29, 2025.
Dr. Alausa highlighted that this initiative would ease transportation expenses for students and lecturers while advancing clean energy integration in educational institutions.
A representative from Femadec Energy reiterated the project’s commitment to sustainability, stating that the collaboration with MDGIF and federal institutions reflects a strong dedication to promoting clean energy solutions.
