By Patrick Idowu
The Adamawa State Government has announced plans to inaugurate its first Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), filling and vehicle conversion station on May 29.
Commissioner for Transportation, Mrs. Wumfe Anthony, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists in Yola.
She described the initiative as a significant milestone in the ongoing transport reforms under Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s administration.
According to Anthony, the project is the first of its kind in the state and is being executed in partnership with the private sector.
She said the CNG station is part of a broader strategy to offer cleaner and more affordable transportation alternatives, especially in light of the economic impact of fuel subsidy removal.
“As we approach Democracy Day, this landmark project reflects Governor Fintiri’s commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy through transformative infrastructure,” she said. “The CNG station will significantly reduce pollution and vehicle operating costs.”
The commissioner noted that the government is finalising arrangements with the state transport union to lower transport fares once the station becomes operational.
“We are working closely with stakeholders to ensure the people of Adamawa benefit directly, especially through reduced transport fares,” she said. “Already, 19 luxurious buses are operating across various routes at subsidised fares, with some allocated to schools to ease student mobility.”
Anthony expressed optimism that the 2026 budget would provide for additional investments in the transport sector to consolidate on current gains and further ease economic burdens on citizens.
She encouraged residents to embrace CNG vehicle conversion, assuring them of long-term cost savings and environmental benefits despite initial conversion costs.
“This development aligns with Governor Fintiri’s broader vision of modernising public infrastructure and promoting sustainable governance,” she added. “This administration has demonstrated that, with purposeful leadership, even critical sectors like transport can be revitalised to better serve the people.”
