Leading automobile manufacturers, transport regulators, and government agencies have confirmed participation in the 2026 Nigeria Auto Industry Summit (NAISU), signalling growing momentum behind the country’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered mobility amid efforts to decarbonise transportation and reduce fuel costs.
Among the major industry players backing this year’s summit are Weststar Associates Limited, Toyota (Nigeria) Limited, Jetour Nigeria, Carloha Nigeria, Simba Group, Cedric Masters Group, Coscharis Motors, and Lanre Shittu Motors.
Policymakers, investors, financial institutions, fleet operators, and technology providers are also expected at the event, organised by the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) in collaboration with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC).
Shehu Mohammed, corps marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has confirmed his participation as a keynote speaker and is expected to address issues bordering on road safety, regulation, and the deployment of EVs and CNG-powered vehicles in Nigeria.
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