The Federal Government has deployed 30 electric vehicles at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja to enhance operational efficiency, service delivery and environmental sustainability, officials said at a launch ceremony on Thursday.
Nigeria’s aviation sector has been undergoing reforms aimed at improving infrastructure, service quality and operational performance at key airports.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) oversees airport operations and has increasingly emphasised modernisation, sustainability and alignment with global best practices in airport management.
Electric mobility is part of broader efforts to adopt cleaner and more energy‑efficient technologies across public services, supporting national goals for reduced emissions and enhanced service reliability. Government agencies and partners have previously introduced electric and compressed natural gas vehicles as part of transportation upgrades.
At the official ceremony, FAAN Governing Board Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje said the deployment marked a significant milestone in the authority’s drive to modernise airport logistics.
The fleet comprises 10 electric shuttle buses and 20 electric saloon cars to support both airside and landside activities at the airport.
Ganduje said the vehicles will be used for passenger coordination, staff movement and operational logistics, noting the benefits of electric vehicles include lower carbon emissions, reduced noise pollution and improved energy efficiency compared with conventional vehicles.
He said electric mobility enhances monitoring, coordination and accountability at airport facilities, contributing to a more comfortable work and travel experience for both staff and passengers.
Ganduje added that the initiative aligns with long‑term global sustainability targets, including the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s goal of net‑zero emissions by 2050.
FAAN Managing Director Olubunmi Kuku said the authority has secured approval to expand the electric vehicle programme nationwide, with plans to deploy a total of 100 electric vehicles as airport shuttles at Abuja and Lagos airports.
She described the initial rollout as a foundational step toward cleaner and more efficient aviation transport services.
The introduction of electric vehicles at Nigeria’s principal international airport could reduce operating costs and emissions, supporting environmental objectives while improving passenger facilitation and staff mobility.
Promoting electric mobility within airport operations also reflects Nigeria’s broader efforts to adopt sustainable technologies in public infrastructure.
If successfully maintained and expanded, the programme may set a precedent for similar initiatives at other airports and public facilities, encouraging private‑sector partnerships and investment in clean transport solutions.
The Federal Government’s deployment of 30 electric vehicles at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is intended to enhance operational efficiency, improve service delivery and support environmental sustainability in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Officials said continued expansion of the electric mobility initiative will strengthen logistics, passenger services and alignment with global sustainability standards.
