Olusegun Ariyo
The Federal Government has commended the establishment of a climate-smart Electric Vehicle (EV) Recharge Hub, calling it a timely, strategic initiative to support Nigeria’s commitments ahead of COP-30 in 2025.
Mrs Omotenioye Majekodunmi, Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), lauded BYD Motors Nigeria and its partners for the launch of the electric vehicle recharge hub, highlighting private-sector leadership in climate action.
Majekodunmi, represented by Jummai Vandu, a Climate Change Specialist at NCCC, said the initiative demonstrated the kind of collaboration and private-sector leadership required to accelerate Nigeria’s transition toward low-carbon, sustainable, and resilient transportation systems.
“This facility is a tangible, strategic step reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to climate action, aligning with COP-30 momentum in Belém, Brazil, which emphasised that transport sector transitions are essential for the 1.5°C climate goal.”
She explained that the recharge hub accelerated Nigeria’s transition to low-emission transport systems and supported the Global Transport Effort, aiming to reduce energy demand and integrate renewable energy efficiently into mobility solutions.
Majekodunmi added that it also reinforced President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda by promoting green industrialisation, creating “green jobs” for a Just Transition, and building resilience into Nigeria’s critical infrastructure for sustainable growth.
She reiterated NCCC’s commitment to sustained collaboration with BYD Motors Nigeria to strengthen the country’s position as a leader in Africa’s low-carbon, resilient mobility and transportation sector over the coming years.
Majekodunmi lauded BYD Nigeria for its sector-specific intervention, particularly in transportation, describing it as aligned with the national transition strategy while fully resonating with broader national climate and sustainability priorities.
Chief Moses Ayom, CEO and Chairman of Haitong International Nigeria Ltd, said a two-day post-COP30 follow-up event was organised by BYD, Haitong, and the Grassroots Centre for Rights and Civic Orientation (GRACO).
Ayom, also Vice Chair of BYD Nigeria, explained that as socially responsible organisations committed to environmental sustainability, BYD, Haitong, and GRACO felt compelled to take practical action following COP-30 discussions.
“Our practical action takes the form of the Climate Smart Electric Vehicle Recharge Hub, launched today.
“At BYD, Haitong, and GRACO, we believe practical steps speak louder than words in climate action,” he said.
He emphasised their commitment to investing in structures and infrastructure designed to transform mobility, empower citizens, and accelerate Nigeria’s transition toward a low-carbon, sustainable transportation future across urban and regional areas.
Ayom explained that, with the growing role of electric vehicles worldwide, Nigeria could not be left behind and must establish practical infrastructure to support fleets of electric vehicles for individuals, agencies, and corporate organisations.
He said the climate-smart EV recharge hub provided a practical support system, allowing EV owners to fully charge vehicles in just 40 minutes while enjoying convenience, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and promoting green mobility.
“In terms of skills and technology transfer, BYD, Haitong, and GRACO have ensured the hub creates jobs for youth in retail, maintenance, and other areas of electric vehicle technology and green industry employment,” he added.
Ayom also noted that the hub served as a training centre, equipping young Nigerians with EV maintenance skills to feed into the automotive market and support the country’s growing sustainable mobility sector.
He emphasised that COP30’s most consequential outcome was establishing a just transition aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring climate action benefited all citizens without leaving anyone behind or marginalised.
“Our Climate Smart EV Recharge Hub exemplifies the just transition approach; with supportive government policies at national and sub-national levels, we can achieve remarkable progress toward low-carbon, resilient urban mobility in Nigeria,” Ayom stated.
He added that BYD, Haitong, and GRACO fully aligned with the Federal Government’s green transition roadmap, stressing that collective action was essential because the government alone could not achieve nationwide sustainable mobility and climate goals.
Ayom added that the launch of the hub would inspire further climate-smart initiatives, encouraging stakeholders and the private sector to develop resilient, low-carbon infrastructure across Nigerian cities and reinforce sustainable urban development strategies.
Also speaking, Chief Route Commander Christopher Eya of the Federal Road Safety Corps commended the initiative, highlighting its potential to reduce automobile emissions, promote clean mobility, and enhance a greener environment for all Nigerians.
