By Our Correspondent
The Isaac Ademola Agoro Engineering Foundation (AAEF), has commenced training young engineers in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), conversion to support the Federal Government’s vehicle conversion initiative.
Speaking at the training, the Foundation’s founder, Engr. Ademola Agoro, emphasized its aim to complement President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s efforts to ease the impact of fuel subsidy removal.
Agoro, who is also Chairman of Protogy Global, stated, “We aim to empower young engineers by equipping them with the skills to establish small workshops for CNG conversion nationwide.”
Agoro assured Nigerians of the country’s readiness for CNG adoption, highlighting the availability of the required resources and infrastructure.
Dr. Adewale Ikotun, Chairman of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (Oluyole Branch), commended the initiative, noting that CNG is safer and more cost-effective than petrol.
He revealed that over 50,000 vehicles have already been converted in Nigeria without any safety incidents.
Sylvia Innocent, the project manager, emphasized the Foundation’s commitment to youth empowerment, providing free training, accommodation, meals, and logistics for participants.
Trainees expressed gratitude for the opportunity, pledging to utilize their new skills to drive national development.
The training aligns with Tinubu’s mandate of converting one million vehicles to CNG, marking a significant step toward a sustainable energy future.
