The Nigerian Senate has advanced a groundbreaking move toward clean transportation with the Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill, 2025, sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu. The Bill, which passed its first reading, aims to create a clear legal and policy framework to support Nigeria’s gradual transition from fossil fuel-powered vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs).
For small and medium enterprises (SMEs), the proposed legislation unlocks a wealth of opportunities. It promotes local manufacturing, clean energy integration, and infrastructure development, positioning Nigerian businesses at the forefront of the EV ecosystem.
Key highlights of the Bill include:
- Mandating local partnerships for foreign EV companies entering the Nigerian market
- Requiring local assembly plants within 3 years and 30% local sourcing by 2030
- Establishing a nationwide EV charging network
- Offering incentives for EV adoption by businesses, individuals, and public agencies
- Supporting job creation and skills development across the EV value chain
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“This isn’t just about reducing emissions—it’s about building industries, creating jobs, and driving innovation,” said Kalu. The Bill’s strong local content policies are expected to open doors for Nigerian SMEs in sectors like auto parts, battery technology, clean energy, logistics, and tech services.
If enacted, the Bill could help position Nigeria as a regional leader in clean transportation, while empowering SMEs to play a critical role in the shift to sustainable mobility. The next legislative readings will further refine the proposal, but stakeholders are already praising it as a timely boost for both economic growth and environmental sustainability.
