Emmanuel Ochayi
In a bid to tackle charging apprehensions surrounding electric vehicles (EVs) in Nigeria, the country’s EV manufacturer, SAGLEV Inc., has collaborated with Ardova Plc.
Dr. Sam Faleye, Chairman/CEO of SAGLEV, unveiled this partnership during a media launch event for EVs in Lagos.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelFaleye addressed some prevailing misconceptions about EVs, emphasizing their affordability and lower maintenance requirements compared to Internal Combustion Engines (ICE). He further dispelled concerns about frequent charging, revealing that a fully charged EV can cover up to 300 kilometers, equivalent to driving from Oshodi to Ajah 10 times.
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The pivotal aspect of this collaboration revolves around the establishment of charging stations at every AP and Enyo Petrol Station nationwide. Chimaobi Onuigbo, Head of Commercial Development at Ardova Plc, explained the rationale behind their involvement: “We have over 500 stations spread across Nigeria, and we have power readily available at these stations. Partnering with SAGLEV allows us to offer both fuel and EV charging services at the same location, making it convenient for customers. In the next one to two years, we aim to have a charger at each of our stations, ensuring greater comfort for electric vehicle users in Nigeria.”
Despite misconceptions, Dr. Faleye, the CEO of SAGLEV, emphasized that EVs are here to stay and encouraged Nigerians to embrace this transformative technology. With the ever-increasing costs of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), transitioning to electric vehicles is not only environmentally friendly but also economically prudent.
Emmanuel Ochayi is a journalist. He is a graduate of the University of Lagos, School of first choice and the nations pride. Emmanuel is keen on exploring writing angles in different areas, including Business, climate change, politics, Education, and others.
