The Federal Government has announced a major initiative to empower 10,000 Nigerian women with electric tricycles (ET) for commercial use across the country. The programme, known as the Minister’s Green Economy Empowerment 774 (GEE774), will cover all 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria and is being implemented under the leadership of the Honourable Minister, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, fsi.
As part of the rollout, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Esuabana Nko Asanye, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of the Ministry with Sparrow Mobility Limited, represented by Mr. Adeniyi Ologunleko. The partnership will provide women with 3-wheeler (8 seater) electric tricycles and 3-wheeler tricycles with carriage for Rice Mill (farm-to-market), marking what officials described as a pivotal step toward gender equality, economic growth and climate action.
The initiative aligns with Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) commitment under the Paris Agreement and supports the country’s target of achieving NetZero emissions by 2060. By promoting electric mobility, the government aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while encouraging a cleaner and healthier environment.
Speaking on the programme, the Hon. Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim said, “we are not just providing transportation; we are opening doors to economic opportunities. This initiative will create green jobs, foster entrepreneurship, and empower women to fully engage in the economy, leading to greater stability and growth in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s GCFR Renewed Hope Agenda.”
She noted that women play a vital role in communities and that empowering them can drive meaningful development. According to her, equipping women with essential tools such as electric tricycles will enable them to become active agents of transformation within their communities.
The Minister emphasized that the transport sector is a significant contributor to carbon emissions, making the shift to electric mobility necessary. “This project exemplifies the commitment of Mr. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for gender mainstreaming,” she said. “By offering women sustainable transportation options, we are building resilience and empowering them to face climate challenges.”
The government reaffirmed its commitment to creating an inclusive framework that supports women while integrating environmental sustainability into national development strategies under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
