Nigeria to train 2,000 youths in electric vehicle maintenance, manufacturing

The Director General of the Youth in Parliament Forum (YIPF), Tony Nwulu, has said 2,000 Nigerian youths will benefit from free training in electric vehicle (EV) maintenance and manufacturing under a new partnership programme with CAWIN Mobility Limited.

The initiative, unveiled in Abuja on is part of a broader programme aimed at empowering young people with technical skills needed to prepare Nigeria for the growing adoption of renewable energy and green transportation.

Nwulu, described the project as a “historic milestone” that would position Nigerian youths at the forefront of the global transition to sustainable mobility

One of the biggest challenges in the coming years will be who services electric vehicles when they develop faults. Through this partnership, we are equipping 2,000 Nigerian youths with the skills to fill that critical gap,” Nwulu said at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between YIPF and CAWIN Mobility.

He explained that as electric vehicles gradually make inroads into the Nigerian automobile market, it was important to ensure the country was not left behind in terms of technical expertise and manpower.

Nwulu said the initiative, which commences on the 20th of this month, is designed to prepare young Nigerians to take advantage of the fast-emerging opportunities in the renewable energy and green transportation sector.

“This project is open to all Nigerian youths across the country,” he explained. “If you are interested in electric vehicle repairs, simply visit our website, fill out the form, and you will be contacted. The programme is completely free. You are not paying one kobo to be trained.”

According to him, the training will target 1,000 engineering students and another 1,000 mechanics drawn from across the country.

Nwulu noted that the rise of EVs in Nigeria made it urgent to build local technical capacity for repairs and maintenance.

“Today, if you drive past 20 vehicles, you are likely to see at least one electric vehicle. Like every other car, it will require servicing at some point, and the critical question is: who will fix it when it develops faults?” he said

He added that the YIPF’s partnership with CAWIN Mobility was not just about selling electric cars, but also about ensuring the manpower exists to support their use.

Beyond training, Ji explained that CAWIN Mobility will provide a complete EV ecosystem, including charging infrastructure, local assembly, supply chains, and after-sales support.

The programme, he added, is part of a broader vision to create jobs, diversify the economy, and make Nigeria a leader in West Africa’s electric vehicle revolution.

“We are laying the foundation for cleaner cities, safer transportation, and a diversified economy with new industries and jobs,” Ji said. “To Nigerian youths: seize this opportunity. You are not just beneficiaries—you are the future owners of this industry.”=