The Akwa Ibom State Government has moved its CNG Bus Terminal to a new location in Uyo Local Government Area to improve accessibility and better serve the public.
This relocation aligns with the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative, which seeks to advance affordable, cleaner, and more sustainable transportation across Nigeria.
Governor Umo Eno, who inspected the new terminal site at Obio Offot and Ikot Akpe communities, described the relocation as a strategic step to ensure residents benefit directly from the Nigerian government–driven CNG transition programme.
“The relocation of the terminal is to make the service easily accessible to residents and ensure that this project truly benefits our people,” the Governor said.
He explained that the new terminal would not only serve as a transport hub but also house a gas refilling station, training school, repair workshop, and a maintenance unit for engineers and technicians in CNG technology.
“We are not just building a transport hub; we are building skills, jobs, and a sustainable future,” he added.
Governor Eno praised the host communities for their cooperation and encouraged young people in the area to participate actively in the project while safeguarding public infrastructure.
“This is your project; take ownership of it and protect it. We want our young people to take ownership of this project not just as workers, but as beneficiaries of the skills, opportunities, and innovation it brings,” he advised.
Local Government Applauds Development
The Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, Dr Uwemedimo Udo, welcomed the relocation, calling it a major boost for grassroots development.
“The relocation of the CNG bus terminal project to Uyo Local Government Area is a welcome development by His Excellency, the Governor. Apart from providing easy access to the travelling public, the project, when completed, will further boost the socio-economic indices of the local government, which is at the heart of the ARISE agenda of the government,” Dr Udo stated.
He also expressed optimism that the initiative would create jobs for residents.
“I am also confident that many of our indigenes would be gainfully engaged in the operation of the facility, especially those currently being trained by the State Government in this regard,” he added.
Part of Presidential CNG Initiative
The relocation forms part of Akwa Ibom’s broader strategy to domesticate the Presidential CNG Initiative, launched in 2023 to reduce reliance on petrol, create green jobs, and lower transportation costs nationwide.
The state had earlier procured 50 CNG buses to complement the initiative and modernise its transport system.
Governor Eno reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda through policies that foster innovation, inclusivity, and economic diversification.
Commissioner for Transport, Dr Anthony Luke, noted that the terminal relocation represents Akwa Ibom’s active contribution to Nigeria’s national goal of transitioning to cleaner energy sources.
“This administration is determined to make Akwa Ibom a model for subnational CNG deployment in Nigeria,” Dr Luke said.
The project is expected to serve as a model for sustainable transport infrastructure in Nigeria, combining environmental responsibility with economic empowerment.
Background
The Presidential CNG Initiative (Pi-CNG), launched in 2023, seeks to provide eco-friendly alternatives to petrol and diesel by converting public transport fleets to compressed natural gas.
The programme aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which emphasises energy transition, economic diversification, and cost-effective mobility for Nigerians.