The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced new National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Electric Vehicles (EVs) to modernize the automotive sector and speed up the country’s shift to clean energy.
Announced on Thursday in Abuja by the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Enoh, the new standards were developed by the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
The NOS covers key areas including the conversion, calibration, and maintenance of gas-powered, electric, and hybrid vehicles. They also set national guidelines to ensure safety, consistency, and quality in CNG vehicle conversions across Nigeria.
According to Enoh, the move shows the government’s dedication to industrial competitiveness, clean energy adoption, and skill development. He emphasized the automotive sector’s strong potential to drive job creation, industrial growth, and boost Nigeria’s GDP.
NADDC Director-General Joseph Osanipin explained that the standards will harmonize training in universities, polytechnics, and technical colleges. They support certification up to Level Five under the National Skills Qualification Framework, helping Nigerian technicians gain internationally recognized qualifications and practical skills.
Osanipin also pointed out that reducing reliance on petrol and diesel will help cut carbon emissions and allow Nigeria to better use its rich natural gas resources.
Michael Oluwagbemi, CEO of the Presidential CNG Initiative, stressed the importance of private sector participation in scaling up CNG infrastructure nationwide. He stated that industry leaders are planning to roll out 200 new CNG refuelling stations, urging more businesses to get involved.
This new step complements the government’s Credit Scheme launched in March 2025, which provides N2.5 billion to encourage vehicle conversion to CNG and kit manufacturing. The wider goal is to promote gas mobility, cut fuel costs, and support Nigeria’s growing autogas economy.
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