The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), in collaboration with Jennymond Systems Ltd., has concluded a two-week specialised training programme aimed at strengthening technical capacity and developing relevant skills within Nigeria’s automotive sector.
The training programme, which commenced on August 17 and concluded on August 28, 2026, had 50 technicians and youths as beneficiaries in Borno State. The programme focused on the conversion of vehicles powered by Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), in line with the Federal Government’s efforts to promote alternative and cleaner energy solutions in the transportation sector.
The beneficiaries were trained by Jennymond Systems Ltd. through intensive theoretical and practical sessions designed to equip them with industry-relevant knowledge and hands-on skills in CNG vehicle conversion, modern automotive systems, diagnostics, safety standards, installation and maintenance.
The initiative is aimed at enhancing the technical capacity of existing automotive technicians while equipping young participants with employable and entrepreneurial skills that can enable them to establish sustainable livelihoods and contribute meaningfully to the development of Nigeria’s automotive industry.
During the training in Borno State, the 50 beneficiaries underwent practical sessions covering CNG conversion processes, vehicle diagnostics, installation procedures, safety protocols and the maintenance of alternative-fuel vehicles. The hands-on approach was designed to ensure that participants could effectively apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the programme.
At the conclusion of the two-week training on August 28, 2026, the participants were presented with certificates of completion and empowerment tools to support the practical application of their newly acquired skills and enhance their capacity to provide CNG-related automotive services.
The initiative aligns with the objectives of the Nigerian Automotive Industry Development Plan (NAIDP) and the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in the areas of cleaner energy adoption, youth empowerment, job creation, technical skills development and the promotion of a sustainable automotive ecosystem in Nigeria.
