NADDC ADDRESSES ABUJA CNG INCIDENT, REASSURES NIGERIANS ON SAFETY OF CERTIFIED CONVERSIONS.

The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has taken note of the incident involving a CNG-retrofitted Toyota Camry at the NIPCO Gas Filling Station on Airport Road, Abuja, on 13 September 2026. Fortunately, no fatalities or injuries were recorded. While investigations are ongoing, preliminary information suggests that the vehicle may have been fitted with an additional cylinder that was neither approved nor suitable for CNG use. NADDC is working with the relevant authorities to establish the facts and further strengthen regulatory oversight, compliance monitoring and public safety across CNG conversion activities nationwide. As the regulatory authority for Nigeria’s automotive industry, NADDC reiterates that for safety and standarsation reasons, CNG conversion must be carried out only with the use of approved components, professional installation at certified conversion centres, proper testing and regular maintenance in line with established standards. The Council therefore urges motorists to patronise only certified CNG conversion centres, use approved components and refrain from unauthorised modifications to CNG systems. NADDC remains firmly committed to safeguarding motorists and the public while providing the regulatory leadership required for the safe, orderly and sustainable development of CNG mobility in Nigeria. Nigerians are encouraged to rely on verified information and not allow misleading reports to undermine confidence in properly certified CNG systems. National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) 15th September 2026