“It Isn’t Powered By CNG” : PCNGI Debunk Fake News Of CNG-powered BRT Bus Fire On Lagos 3rd Mainland Bridge

“It Isn’t Powered By CNG” : PCNGI Debunk Fake News Of CNG-powered BRT Bus Fire On Lagos 3rd Mainland Bridge

“It Isn’t Powered By CNG” : PCNGI debunk fake news of CNG-powered BRT Bus fire on Lagos 3rd Mainland Bridge. PCNGI notes that CNG remains a safe, environmentally friendly alternative to conventional fuels when properly used and maintained. The Agency urge the public to verify facts before spreading misinformation that could create unnecessary panic. The Presidential Initiative for Compressed Natural Gas (PICNG) has debunked ‘fake reports’ claiming that a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-po...
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Opinion: Electric Vehicle rebate program failed, but will it be expanded anyway?

Opinion: Electric Vehicle rebate program failed, but will it be expanded anyway?

Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025 Washington’s EV rebate program fell short, delivering just one cent of environmental benefit per dollar spent, raising questions about its future expansion. For every $1 of subsidy from Washington’s taxpayers – who care deeply about the environment — for every dollar spent, taxpayers received just over a penny’s worth of environmental benefit David BozeWashington Policy Center The Washington Policy Center released an analysis of the data from our state...
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Honda Is Working On A More Compact Electric Vehicle For The US Market.

Honda Is Working On A More Compact Electric Vehicle For The US Market.

Honda is developing a completely new, smaller electric vehicle expected to retail for less than $30,000, with sales in the US potentially starting as soon as 2026. This information was reported by the Japanese outlet Nikkei, which also mentions that the new electric vehicle will be manufactured in Ohio and is one of seven models from the upcoming O-series set to launch by 2030. Manufacturing the new EV domestically will help it avoid the steep tariffs proposed by President Trump, and a retail pr...
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Nigeria’s domestic gas consumption hits 10-year high on power, CNG – Businessday

Nigeria’s domestic gas consumption hits 10-year high on power, CNG – Businessday

GNPC is working with partners interested in building infrastructure to sell LNG to domestic users and those within the sub-region looking to boost power Investment in power generation, compressed and liquefied natural gas adoption among other factors, have spurred Nigeria’s domestic gas consumption to a 10-year high, the latest report by the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) has revealed. Data gleaned from the “Annual Statistical Bulletin 2024” report showed that domestic natural gas co...
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CNG flays arrest of Prof. Usman Yusuf, demands his release, warns against stifling free speech

CNG flays arrest of Prof. Usman Yusuf, demands his release, warns against stifling free speech

January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the arrest and continued detention of Prof. Usman Yusuf, former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), describing it as an attempt to suppress dissent. In a statement issued on Thursday by the group’s National Coordinator, Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, CNG expressed concern over the detention of Prof. Yusuf, who has been an...
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Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota Decide on the Release Schedule for Mini-Commercial Van Electric Vehicles

Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota Decide on the Release Schedule for Mini-Commercial Van Electric Vehicles

Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota Decide on the Release Schedule for Mini-Commercial Van Electric Vehicles TOKYO, Jan 30, 2025 – (JCN Newswire) – Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki), DAIHATSU MOTOR CO., LTD. (Daihatsu), and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) have decided to aim for the release of their mini-commercial van electric vehicles (BEVs) respectively in fiscal 2025. This mini-commercial van BEV, jointly developed by the three companies, combines Suzuki and Daihatsu’s expertise...
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Norway is set to become the first country to fully transition to electric vehicles

Norway is set to become the first country to fully transition to electric vehicles

Oslo Taxi’s Tesla model Y (L) and the NIO ET5 electric vehicle from Nio Inc, a Chinese multinational electric car manufacturer, drive through the Norwegian capital Oslo, on September 27, 2024. Jonathan Nackstrand | Afp | Getty Images Norway is set to become the first country in the world to effectively erase gasoline and diesel cars from its new car market. Despite its vast oil and gas reserves, the Nordic country has long been recognized as a global leader in sustainable transportation. I...
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Five ways Trump’s new policies will impact electric vehicles in the US

Five ways Trump’s new policies will impact electric vehicles in the US

President Trump has signaled his intent to reverse Biden’s EV policies Trump declared a “national energy emergency” Electric vehicle charging infrastructure spend will be paused While the 47th US President’s inauguration was arguably overshadowed by the number of tech bros and questionable world leaders who were invited, Donald Trump didn’t waste any time getting to work. As soon as he entered the White House, he signed a raft of executive orders. In fact, President Trump t...
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Trump signs executive order to reverse Biden’s electric vehicle policies

Trump signs executive order to reverse Biden’s electric vehicle policies

President Donald Trump signed an executive order signaling his intention to eliminate the Biden administration’s electric vehicle policies, which he has falsely labeled a “mandate.” Trump also signed an order signaling his intent to weaken tailpipe emission standards, which would be a major blow to the environment. The orders were among a barrage of executive actions taken by Trump in the immediate aftermath of his inauguration on Monday, as he set to work undoing some of the accomplishmen...
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CNG demands FG’s action over tanker explosions

CNG demands FG’s action over tanker explosions

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) in Niger State has called for immediate action from the federal government to address the causes of last weekend’s tragic fuel tanker explosion in the state. This incident resulted in the deaths of 98 individuals, with 69 others injured. Additionally, approximately 20 commercial stalls, valued at several million naira, were completely destroyed in the ensuing fire. The State Coordinator of CNG, Comrade Abdullahi Erena, stated this in a Press statement per...
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