The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is considering cuts in the cost of transportation fares across the country under the proposed national affordable CNG transit programme (NACTP).
In a communiqué issued after the forum’s meeting held on Wednesday in Abuja and signed by AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, governor of Kwara and chairman of the NGF, the initiative will leverage the lower operating costs of compressed natural gas (CNG) to provide cheaper public transportation for Nigerians.
During the meeting, the Forum said it received a presentation on the proposed NACTP, a state-led initiative designed to translate the lower operating cost of CNG into reduced transport fares for citizens.
The proposal envisages state support for CNG vehicle conversions, fleets, and enabling infrastructure, alongside fare commitments from participating operators, with an indicative target of reducing passenger fares.
The governors said they noted the initiative’s potential to ease transportation costs and agreed on the need to further consider its financing and implementation framework, according to a statement by Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Kwara State, Abdul Rahman Abdul Razaq.
The NGF also deliberated on other issues affecting the country, including a presentation by the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, on opportunities for state participation in CANEX Weekend 2026 and the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2027, both scheduled to be held in Lagos.
“Governors noted the platform’s potential to showcase investment-ready projects, promote local exports and tourism, and connect state MSMEs with African and global investors and buyers. “The Forum assured the Honourable Minister of its support in achieving these objectives,” the statement said.
Among those who attended the meeting were the Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu, Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule.
Deputy governors were also represented, including those of Katsina, Yobe, Niger, and Oyo states.
Packaged by Lanre Olabisi
