Meet the owners of electric vehicle charging stations in Nigeria 

Electric vehicle charging stations are quietly becoming part of Nigeria’s transport landscape, with a small but growing network of chargers emerging, challenging the long-standing dominance of petrol and diesel.

According to 6Wresearch, Nigeria’s electric vehicle market is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 6.8% between 2025 and 2031.

Nigeria’s push toward electric mobility is influenced by policy signals and climate commitments.

Under the Energy Transition Plan, the federal government aims to reach net-zero emissions by 2060 by cutting transport emissions, introducing a 10 percent biofuel blend by 2030, and transitioning fully to electric vehicles by 2060

This is also backed by the Federal Government’s National Action Plan for the Development of Electric Vehicles, with the target of the plan being to achieve at least 30% local production of electric vehicles by 2032, a goal that places charging infrastructure at the heart of the transition.

As Nigeria moves toward cleaner transport, key individuals and companies are playing a defining role in how fast electric mobility can take hold with early EV charging networks.

Here are the owners of electric vehicle charging stations who are positioning themselves for the next phase of Nigeria’s transport evolution.

HRH Prince Malik Ado-Ibrahim- Chief Executive Officer, Nigus International

Nigus International is founded and led by HRH Prince Malik Ado-Ibrahim, a Nigerian businessman with decades of experience in automotive and renewable energy sectors.

The company focuses on electric vehicle charging stations and renewable energy solutions, aiming to drive Nigeria’s shift toward electric mobility.

Prince Malik’s career spans the automotive industry and global renewable energy initiatives. He worked with Proton, Lotus, and Hyundai, and was the first Black professional in Formula 1. Between 2007 and 2011, he served as a United Nations Under-Secretary on Renewable Energy, championing solar and hybrid energy systems.

Under his leadership, Nigus has developed large-scale renewable projects, including 100-megawatt solar plants in Katsina and Adamawa, and organized Nigeria’s first major solar exhibition at NNPC in 2016. The company has also collaborated internationally, including partnerships in South Africa, UAE, and with Chinese EV manufacturer BYD.

Nigus International has been rolling out several electric vehicle charging stations across Nigeria. The company has also announced plans to start a local EV assembly plant, aiming to produce Nigerian-branded electric vehicles.

Ikpeme James and Peter Ayenoto – Founders VOLTA-EV 

VOLTA-EV, is a technology-driven company accelerating Nigeria’s transition to sustainable transportation, founded in 2017 and based in Lagos.

The company designs and manufactures electric vehicles with long-range battery storage optimized for the Nigerian environment. Its flagship EV concept, the Quantum 1, is aimed at being both affordable and stylish for the local market.

VOLTA-EV employs both Nigerian and international staff in its Lagos factory, combining local expertise with global knowledge in automotive design, digital systems, and manufacturing. The company represents one of Nigeria’s earliest efforts to build a homegrown EV ecosystem, including plans for domestic assembly and a nationwide charging network.

Ikpeme James, co-founder, has a background in IT and digital transformation. He currently serves as Information Technology Operations Manager at TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria and previously held roles as Chief Digital Officer and Digital Projects Executive within the company.

His early career included web solutions and IT management roles at K-Interactive and Zeesoft Limited. James holds a postgraduate diploma in Digital Media from Pan-Atlantic University and a master’s degree in Digital Marketing and Digital Business Transformation from Rome Business School Nigeria.

Peter Ayenoto, co-founder, is a software engineer. He has held leadership roles including Software Engineering Lead at Summit Bank Ltd, Program Director at Netpoc Inc., and Head of IT and Emerging Markets at Voltage & Wattage Limited. He holds a master’s degree in Management with Project Management from BPP University, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Science from Lead City University.

The founders are driving VOLTA-EV’s mission to provide the infrastructure necessary for electric mobility to thrive across the country.

Olabanjo Alimi -Founder/CEO Qoray Mobility and Energies Limited

Qoray Mobility and Energies Limited is a Nigerian clean energy and sustainable mobility company that provides EVs, charging infrastructure, and clean energy solutions to governments, corporates, MSMEs, and individuals

Qoray is founded and led by a Nigerian entrepreneur, Olabanjo Alimi. He has extensive experience in energy and mobility. He previously served as Divisional Head for Renewable Energy, Mobility & Tourism at Sterling Bank and held executive roles at ENYO Retail & Supply, ETERNA Plc, and OVH Energy (Oando Licensee). His career spans strategic partnerships, digital transformation, retail network growth, and product innovation in the energy and mobility sectors.

Alimi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Bayero University, Kano. He also attended prestigious institutions, including MIT, University of Cambridge, Future London Academy, and Lagos Business School, equipping him with expertise in design thinking, digital disruption, strategy, and execution.

Qoray Mobility operates eight charging stations across Lagos, offering a mix of AC and DC fast chargers, which include Ilupeju and Adeola Odeku with two 22kW AC chargers each, Marina Road with two AC chargers and a 60kW DC fast charger, and Ikeja’s Marriott and Sheraton Hotels with AC and fast-charging options. Additional stations in Yaba, Ikeja, and Ikoyi provide 22kW AC chargers, all operating weekdays 8AM–5PM and Saturdays 9 AM–2 PM, with prices ranging from N300 to N500 per kWh.

Kelechi Orji- Founder/CEO Roxettes Motors Limited

Roxettes Motors, a subsidiary of the Roxettes Group, was founded and led by Kelechi Orji, a Nigerian architect and entrepreneur. The company is a licensed vehicle manufacturer and assembler in Nigeria, producing a wide range of vehicles, including compact and subcompact cars, midsize sedans, SUVs, luxury cars, pickups, and transit buses.

Roxettes also specializes in vehicles powered by electric, hybrid, and compressed natural gas (CNG) technologies, reflecting its commitment to innovation and sustainable mobility across Africa.

Orji earned his BSc, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Architecture from Abia State University before founding Roxettes Motors. Under his leadership, the company operates a factory at the Eco-Drives Green Metropolis (EDGM) in Obuaku Industrial City Free Trade Zone, Abia State, where both electric and traditional fuel vehicles are assembled.

To support EV adoption, Roxettes has five charging stations in key locations across Nigeria. In Lagos, the station is located at 1 Marina Street, Lagos Island; in Enugu at 10 Okpara Square; in Imo State at 89 Nwankwo Square, Orlu; in Anambra at 23 Chuka Lane, Onitsha; and in Abia State at 78 Ifeoma Road, Aba.

Beyond automotive manufacturing, Roxettes Group has expanded into sectors such as construction, fintech, manufacturing, food retail, and real estate.

Ahmad Damcida- Founder, Foltï Technologies Limited

Foltï Technologies Limited is a Nigerian electric mobility and clean energy company founded by Ahmad Damcida in 2022.

Damcida is a finance and energy professional with extensive experience in project development and management, and has over 17 years of experience across energy, finance, infrastructure, and advisory services.

He is also the Managing Director and Chief Responsibility Officer of Energy Culture Limited.

He holds a BSc in Banking & Finance from the University of Maiduguri, a Professional MBA in Energy Management from WU Vienna University of Economics and Business, and completed entrepreneurial studies at Harvard Business School. He also earned a postgraduate degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from Texas McCombs School of Business.

Before founding Foltï Technologies, Damcida served as Director of Operations and Director of Finance at Energy Culture Limited, shaping strategic operations and financial management across the company.

The company supports its electric fleet with dedicated charging infrastructure, including a solar-powered hub in Lagos equipped with high-capacity chargers and energy storage. In 2025, Foltï announced it had prevented over 85,000,000 grams of carbon from entering the atmosphere through its operations.

Foltï Technologies also operates Nigeria’s first green‑powered ride‑hailing platform, eDryv, launched in April 2025. The service uses electric vehicles charged primarily through solar energy, achieving 95% renewable energy operation.

Folajimi Mohammed– CEO Portland Gas Limited

Portland Gas Limited is a Nigerian energy company founded by Folajimi Mohammed. The company specializes in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), offering vehicle conversion, refuelling stations, mobile delivery services, and electric vehicle (EV) charging.

Folajimi Mohammed is a trained lawyer with extensive experience in corporate law, Mohammed worked at notable firms, including Chief FRA Williams, Ajumogobia & Okeke, and Jackson, Etti & Edu.

He later established his own firm, AETAS, and transitioned into leadership roles as Managing Director of Knightsbridge Dredging Limited before venturing fully into the energy sector.

Mohammed is also a two-time Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Ikeja Constituency 1 from 2015 to 2023. During his tenure, he chaired the Committee on Energy and Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, sponsoring and defending critical legislation, including the Lagos State Electric Sector Reform Bill.

This law positioned Lagos State as a pioneer for off-grid power generation, embedded power schemes, and measures to combat energy theft. He also sponsored legislation establishing the Lagos State Oil and Gas Producing Regions Development Commission.

The company partners with government agencies such as NASENI to establish conversion centers and advance Nigeria’s transition to cleaner fuels.

Mosope Olaosebikan – Founder NEV Electric 

NEV Electric is one of Nigeria’s electric mobility companies, founded by Mosope Olaosebikan.

The company combines local vehicle assembly, fast-charging infrastructure, and innovative financing models to make electric mobility accessible at scale.

He has extensive experience in mobility, technology, and civic innovation, and has previously founded Possible EVs, the Discovery Museum, Art Tech District, and Civic Innovation Lab in Abuja. Olaosebikan holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Redeemers University.

He is also the Founder of Possible EVs, an African-based company accelerating EV adoption in Nigeria, the Discovery Museum and Art Tech District, which showcases Nigeria’s culture through technology, and the Civic Innovation Lab, Abuja.

His education includes a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Redeemers University.

The company focuses on mass transit, micro-mobility solutions, and Pay-As-You-Drive (PAYD) fleet financing, aiming to modernize transport while reducing emissions and has deployed over 120 EV chargers across the nation.

Its state-of-the-art factory produces 500 vehicles monthly, engineered for Nigerian road conditions with over 85% locally sourced components.