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Tinubu Govt Flags Off Electric Mobility Drive for Cheaper Transport and Youth Employment
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Government on Wednesday unveiled a new Electric Tricycle and Motorcycle Empowerment Programme designed to tackle youth unemployment, ease transportation costs, and reduce carbon emissions nationwide.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Labour and Productivity, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi officially launched the Electric Tricycle Empowerment Initiative of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development at Eagle Square, Abuja.
The programme is being implemented in partnership with House of Destiny Global Services and the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association (NATOMORAS).
Tinubu said the introduction of electric tricycles demonstrates his administration’s resolve to “reduce transportation costs, lower pollution, and create sustainable job opportunities for Nigerian youth.”
“I am pleased to launch this Electric Tricycle Empowerment Initiative, a programme designed to enable our young people to become self-employed and contribute meaningfully to national development,” he said.
The President noted that the initiative aligns with the government’s broader energy-transition agenda, adding that electric tricycles can cut transportation costs by up to 40 percent while providing a cleaner, more efficient alternative to fuel-powered models.
He commended the Ministry of Youth Development for championing the project and reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to youth empowerment, green energy adoption, and strong public-private partnerships.
In his remarks, the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, said the programme is a key component of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at creating jobs, reducing emissions, and strengthening the economy.
According to him, thousands of young Nigerians will benefit from the initiative through tricycle operation, maintenance, charging-station services, and other opportunities along the value chain.
He described President Tinubu’s programmes as “clear indicators of quality leadership,” urging young people in both the formal and informal sectors to tap into available empowerment initiatives.
“For too long, youth empowerment focused mainly on the formal sector. For over 40 years, Nigerian youths struggled to feel the impact of government,” he said. “But today, under a true leader—not a ruler—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we are seeing genuine partnerships and renewed collaboration that will transform the fortunes of this country.”
Olawande stressed that informal-sector youths are also a priority, noting that every young person—whether a graduate or a transporter—deserves dignity, stability, and sustainable income.
“This electric tricycle initiative brings empowerment directly to your doorstep,” he said.
He highlighted three major problems the initiative addresses:
Job Creation – opportunities for mechanics, technicians, operators, and charging-station workers. Reduced Fuel Burden to elimination of petrol costs and increased take-home income for operators and a Cleaner Environment to reduced carbon emissions and healthier cities.
Olawande praised the Federal Government’s investment in electric mobility, particularly its collaboration with NASENI, which is developing electric vehicles that meet global standards.
He revealed that the Ministry will issue more than 100 start-up grants before the end of the year, with dedicated support packages also planned for informal-sector youths.
“Enough of the complaints. Let us work together to build wealth, create solutions, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s green future,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of NATOMORAS, Alhaji Usman Buba Gwoza described the launch of the electric tricycle programme as “a new dawn for Nigeria’s transport sector.”
He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu, the Youth Development Ministry, and House of Destiny Global Services for making the initiative a reality, noting that NATOMORAS represents over 18 million registered operators who power mobility across rural and urban areas.
“The introduction of electric tricycles is not just a technological milestone; it is a symbol of hope—an opportunity for cleaner energy, reduced fuel expenses, and better earnings for our members,” he said.
Gwoza appealed to the Federal Government to further empower tricycle operators through the provision of the new electric units managed by House of Destiny Global Services, a company he described as a trusted indigenous partner with proven capacity.
Such support, he said, would drastically cut youth unemployment, expand access to clean, affordable transportation, and advance Nigeria’s green-economy and energy-transition goals.
He also commended Minister Olawande for his dedication and leadership, noting that his impact is being felt nationwide.
“NATOMORAS will continue to promote peace, order, and unity within the transport sector and remain committed to supporting this administration today, tomorrow, and beyond 2027,” he added.
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Ex-NYSC Spokesperson Advises Corps Members to Uphold Patriotism and Play Active Roles in Developing the Nation
Joel Ajayi
Corps Members have been advised to be patriotic towards National building and also use the opportunities of NYSC service year to positively invest in their future.
The immediate past Director of Information and Public Relations of NYSC, Chief Eddy Megwa, stated this during his motivational lecture to Corps Members at the Bauchi State Orientation Camp, Wailo, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the State.
Addressing the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Corps Members, Chief Megwa urged them to serve the nation with loyalty and strong sense of commitment, adding that, no nation grows without the selfless services of her citizens, he therefore urged them to rise up and make the desired change.
The Retired Director, urged the Corps Members to deliberately work towards building a great nation that would compete among the comity of nations, because, “if things are working very well, the youths will not be desperate about relocating to other countries of the world for greener pastures”.
He discouraged the youths from irregular migration, describing it as a suicide mission, because of many risks associated with it, including avoidable deaths, jail terms among others, but equally advised them to follow the official travelling protocol if the need for foreign trip arises.
He also encouraged the Corps Members to strive for excellence in whatever they do, adding that they should leverage on the achievements of their predecessors.
“Do not put your names and your families’ names into disrepute by getting involved in crimes and other unwholesome activities. NYSC is not a safe haven for criminals”, he said.
The former image maker of NYSC described the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme of the NYSC as the panacea to graduate unemployment. He therefore advised the Corps Members to take advantage of the SAED programme by learning skills that would be useful and enable them become entrepreneurs.
He emphasized that the days of white collar jobs are over as the reality of today is self employment which is made possible by embracing Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship training.
The Public Relations guru advised the Corps Members Members to be security conscious as vigilance and self consciousness of their environment are key to personal safety.
Earlier, the NYSC Bauchi State Coordinator, Mr Kufre Umoren appreciated the retired Director for the visit and his words of motivation to both camp officials and Corps Members.
The Coordinator described Chief Megwa as a living legend that shaped the NYSC Public Relations Unit to what it is today and left his footprints boldly.
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