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The federal government has started the distribution of 10,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits across the country. Kick-starting the distribution program from the NIPCO CNG warehouse in Ibafo, Ogun State along the on Friday, a representative of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas initiative team, Mr. Moses Onate, said the move design to accelerate…
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dnotion[mc4wp_form id=33047] Elum Energy, one of the providers of energy management solutions for renewable energy systems, has raised $13m in Series B funding. The round was led by Energize Capital, with continued support from existing investors, Alter Equity and Cota Capital. In a press statement obtained by THE WHISTLER, the company revealed that this…
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dnotionRide-hailing drivers in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial nerve, are increasingly turning off their air conditioners (AC) and taking on late-night rides to survive petrol scarcity and price hikes. Bolt and Uber are considering upward reviews of prices following a 45.38 percent rise in the price of premium motor spirit (PMS), which has surged from N617…
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dnotionV Electric Motors, a prominent player in the Dutch automotive industry, is set to make waves in the electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of two new models, the V Optimatium SUV and the V1. These new electric vehicles will be unveiled at the V Group showroom in the 8th arrondissement of Paris…
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dnotion2 hours ago The House of Representatives says it would take up cases of unfunded agencies by the Federal Government, despite the requisite appropriation and their creation by the Act of parliament. Rep. Ibrahim Isiaka, Chairman, Special Committee on the Restructuring of Federal Agencies, Commissions and Parastatals, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
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dnotionIt’s midmorning in Accra and a group of bike riders are inspecting their motorcycles before hitting the capital city’s busy roads for the day’s deliveries as lunchtime orders start to come in. Lawrence Akakpo removes a battery that powers his bike from its plug, fixes it to its seat on the two-wheeler, picks up…
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dnotionThe Nigerian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has commissioned an Ultramodern Multipurpose Auto Care Service and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Conversion Centre by Luftreiber Automobile. The Centre, located in the Jahi District of the Federal Capital Territory will provide a variety of services to its customers ranging from car maintenance, car…
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dnotionThe electric vehicle (EV) industry is witnessing a paradigm shift with the introduction of ultra-fast charging technologies that promise to alleviate one of the biggest hurdles to EV adoption: long charging times. Leading this charge is Zeekr, a Chinese electric vehicle maker that has recently showcased a groundbreaking ultra-fast charging battery, setting a new…
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dnotion[mc4wp_form id=33047] The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has likened President Bola Tinubu’s approach to Nigeria’s challenges to administering first aid before a thorough diagnosis. Umahi made the comparison during a courtesy visit to Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State on Thursday. The minister, who was in Bauchi to sympathise with the state over…
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dnotionBy Chesa Chesa The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Foundation has contributed 10 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) initiative, as part of efforts to promote clean energy and affordable transportation for the Nigerians. The Managing Director of the Foundation, Emmanuella Arukwe, expressed excitement about…
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dnotionGermany, a nation renowned for its engineering excellence and automotive prowess, has made significant strides in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. As of 2024, Germany has solidified its position as the third-largest market for electric cars globally, trailing only behind China and the United States. This achievement marks a pivotal moment in the country’s…
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dnotionFewer petrol stations are dispensing fuel in Lagos, leading to long queues as scarcity bites Findings show that petrol stations stopped selling the product at the usual price of N650 per litre and adjusted their pumps to sell at N850 The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) explained that there were hitches in discharging…
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