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In a significant development for energy sustainability and transportation in Nasarawa State, Greenville LNG, Nigeria’s leading domestic gas liquefaction and distribution company, has commenced the provision of compressed natural gas (CNG) to the state’s new fleet of luxury buses. This milestone, achieved at Greenville LNG’s pioneering gas station in Lafia, marks a crucial step toward more secure, eco-friendly, and cost-effective energy solutions.
The launch has sparked considerable enthusiasm among state officials, commuters, and transport operators in Lafia. Greenville LNG is now fueling the Nasarawa State-owned luxury ride buses, operated by Nasarawa Luxury Ride, with its CNG offering. This transition aligns with the state government’s commitment to environmental sustainability and economic development through the adoption of cleaner energy alternatives.
The Nasarawa State Government, in its push for industrial modernization and adherence to global carbon emission standards, recently acquired CNG-powered buses from JAC Motors. These buses will serve both intra- and interstate routes, including routes from Lafia to Abuja and Lafia to Jos. The adoption of CNG is driven by the state’s focus on improving human health, safety, and environmental protection by moving away from heavy, carbon-emitting fossil fuels.
Governor Abdullahi A. Sule emphasized this shift during the Nasarawa State Investment Summit held in May. He advocated for the transition from traditional fossil fuels to cleaner, more affordable energy sources like CNG and LNG.
Governor Sule advised energy investors to focus on establishing LNG-CNG daughter stations rather than conventional petrol stations, citing the new Greenville LNG hub in Lafia as a model for future investments.
The Greenville LNG CNG hub in Lafia, now operational, is set for an official commissioning ceremony by Governor Sule in August. This hub represents a critical infrastructure development that supports Nasarawa State’s goal of energy transition and economic transformation.
Greenville LNG, a leader in Nigeria’s private sector gas industry, operates a comprehensive virtual pipeline with over 600 specialized LNG delivery trucks. These trucks, capable of traveling 1,200 to 1,800 kilometers without refueling, ensure the consistent and reliable distribution of LNG and CNG across Nigeria. With existing hubs in Rumuji, Benin, Shagamu, Koton-Karfe, Kaduna, and Lafia, the company plans to expand its network to 25 hubs nationwide. This expansion aims to deliver cleaner, more affordable energy to homes, the automotive sector, and industrial operations, enhancing Nigeria’s energy landscape.
