President Bola Tinubu will tomorrow commission the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure’s (NASENI’s) Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Conversion, Filling, Reverse Engineering and Training Centre in Abuja.
The landmark event marks another milestone in the agency’s commitment to supporting the Federal Government’s drive on sustainable energy alternatives and a clean energy ecosystem.
The NASENI-Portland CNG Conversion and Training Centre, a partnership between NASENI and Portland Gas Limited, is a world-class facility for the conversion of fossil fuel vehicles to CNG, a cleaner and more cost-effective alternative.
The centre, equipped with the latest technology and staffed by highly trained professionals to ensure efficient and safe conversions, is designed aimed at building local capacity in CNG technology.
Also, it will offer comprehensive training programmes for technicians, engineers, and other stakeholders, fostering domestication of expertise in CNG systems and promoting the adoption of green energy solutions across the nation.
In his pre-launch remarks, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the establishment of the NASENI-Portland Gas Reverse Engineering Centre marked a transformative moment for Nigeria’s energy sector.
He explained that the CNG Centre underscores NASENI’s unwavering commitment to sustainable innovation and the development of home-grown technological and manufacturing capabilities.
Halilu further said: “At NASENI, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and providing affordable, eco-friendly fuel alternatives to Nigerians”
“The initiative is expected to significantly reduce vehicular emissions, contributing to cleaner air and a healthier environment. Additionally, the adoption of CNG will offer economic benefits by reducing fuel costs for consumers and creating new job opportunities in the Nigeria’s green energy sector.
“NASENI invites all stakeholders, from vehicle owners to industry professionals, to take advantage of the services and training opportunities available at the new centres. Together, we can drive forward a greener, more sustainable future for Nigeria”, he added.
In line with the Presidential directive on CNG (PCNGi), NASENI has a notable proficiency in automotive reverse engineering, exemplified by the successful local assembly of CNG kits.
The agency’s team of engineers and technicians have skilfully assembled a comprehensive CNG sequential kit, comprising essential components such as Pressure Regulator, Petrol Solenoid Valve with manual override switch, On-Off valve and refuelling connector.
Others include Control Module/Change-over Switch, CNG level Indicator (LED Indicator), Gas Air Mixer, CNG cylinder with valve, vapour bag & bracket, Petrol hose, low-pressure gas hose, ignition advance processor, wire harness, and NRV in petrol return line.
