Nigeria is to deploy a fleet of 100 electric buses as part of its plan to reduce its carbon footprint and wean itself from dependence on fossil fuels. With the planned introduction of the 100 electric buses, Tinubu says Nigeria is taking a significant step towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future. Tinubu was speaking at a meeting with stakeholders and investors on the Nigeria Carbon Market and Electric Buses Rollout Programme. Electric buses, like the EV market, are still in their infancy in Nigeria. Earlier this year, Lagos received its first set of electric buses.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 04, 2023 09:09 UTC