First Batch of Abia Electric Buses to Arrive Today – Okey Kanu

The first batch of Abia State Government Electric Buses is expected to arrive in the state before the end of today, Sunday, November 23, 2025.

Commissioner for Information Prince Okey Kanu disclosed this in a post on his Facebook page, noting that Abia is now officially the first state in Nigeria to roll out government-owned electric buses.

He said that the achievement is made possible through the partnership between the Abia State Government and Coscharis Group, led by Dr. Cosmos Maduka.

He maintained that 20 units of the specially built 40-seater electric buses are on their way from Lagos, having been unveiled at Apapa after arriving from China.

“These buses are designed for commercial operations within the state and represent a major leap in Governor Alex Otti’s modern transportation agenda,” Kanu said.

“Each bus offers a 300-kilometre driving range on a single charge and is equipped with advanced features such as internal and rear cameras, mobile charging ports, disability-friendly entry systems, emergency exits, and double fire-extinguisher safety points.”

The Information Commissioner added that Coscharis is also partnering the state to establish a dedicated charging hub powered by solar energy, to ensure the buses operate daily without dependence on public electricity.

This first batch of 20 buses precedes another 20 already in production, with additional batches planned.

“The introduction of these vehicles places Abia at the forefront of clean mobility, safety-focused mass transit, and tourism-friendly infrastructure further reinforcing Governor Alex Otti’s commitment to transforming public transportation and setting a national benchmark,

“The era of modern, comfortable, eco-friendly transportation in Abia State has begun, and the first units will be received in the state before the close of today,” he concluded.