President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to inaugurate the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Conversion, Filling, Reverse Engineering, and Training Centre of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) in Utako, Abuja.
The event, which will take place on Friday, May 31, 2024, marks a significant milestone for NASENI in its commitment to supporting the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly on sustainable energy alternatives and a clean energy ecosystem.
The NASENI-Portland CNG Conversion and Training Centre, a partnership between NASENI and Portland Gas Limited, is a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology and staffed by highly trained professionals. The centre will offer comprehensive training programs for technicians, engineers, and other stakeholders, fostering the domestication of expertise in CNG systems and promoting the adoption of green energy solutions across the nation.
According to the statement by NASENI’s Director of Information, Olusegun Ayeoyenikan, the establishment of the NASENI-Portland Gas Reverse Engineering Centre represents a transformative moment for Nigeria’s energy sector, aligning with the government’s efforts to provide sustainable and cost-effective energy alternatives.
The inauguration event is expected to be attended by key stakeholders in the energy and transportation sectors, as well as government officials, highlighting the importance of this initiative in driving Nigeria’s transition towards a cleaner and more efficient energy ecosystem.