BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—In a major step toward sustainable aviation infrastructure and reduced carbon emissions, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched zero-emission electric transit services at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
The initiative, developed in partnership with Possible Electric Mobility and Zeut Energies, introduces electric buses and sedans to enhance passenger and staff mobility while aligning Nigeria’s aviation sector with global green energy standards.
This initiative introduces electric vehicles for seamless passenger and staff mobility to and from the airport, significantly cutting carbon emissions and aligning with global green energy standards.
FAAN’s Board Chairman, H.E. Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, accompanied by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, Directors, General Managers, Heads of Departments, partners, and stakeholders, commissioned the project.
In his speech, Board Chairman H.E. Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo, SAN, the Managing Director, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, and the development partners for their continued support.
Mrs. Kuku highlighted that her management has optimized energy usage across FAAN’s operations installing energy-efficient bulbs, solar lighting even in our terminals, and enhancing waste recycling, among other measures to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
While reaffirming FAAN’s continued dedication to a green energy transition, she expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Minister of Aviation, Chairman and members of the FAAN Board, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Management team, development partners and stakeholders for their unwavering support.
The event concluded with Board Chairman H.E. Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje and Managing Director/Chief Executive Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku inspecting the electric buses and sedans, examining their advanced features firsthand.
