A Non Partisan Political Pressure Group, Youth In Parliament Forum (YIPF ) and CAWIN Mobility Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide free training for 2,000 Nigerian youths on electric vehicle (EV) repairs and Lawmakers Car Acquisition Scheme (LCAS).
The initiative is aimed at equipping young people with the technical skills needed to thrive in the fast-growing electric mobility sector, create jobs, and promote green technology adoption in Nigeria.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, representatives of both organizations expressed their commitment to youth empowerment, innovation, and sustainable transportation.
The training will cover hands-on modules in electric vehicle diagnostics, battery technology, and repair techniques, preparing participants for employment and entrepreneurship in the evolving automotive industry.
The Chairman of YIPF, Hon. Ayodeji Alao Akala said the essence of the training was to prepare the market for the impending revolution in the automobile industry.
“What we’re doing now is training programs and showing that whatever markets we are bringing in, whatever collaboration we are doing with the COWIN, we already have a prepared market. We already have a prepared infrastructure for this kind of collaboration. So this is what we’re doing here today is preparing the market.
“We’re playing a path for the future because the future is not electric everything you see now is changing to electric cars because of the ozone layer because of carbon emission and all so we are moving to the electric era like i said moving and training the next generation to understand why they need to be trained why they have to be trained and why the training is necessary is why we are here today to to ensure that this is done seamlessly” Akala noted.
On his part the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CAWIN Mobility Limited, Wayne Ji said that signing of Memorandum of Understanding ceremony was not just a symbolic event but a promise to the youth, environment, and to Nigeria’s economic growth.
“We all know that in China,electric vehicles have led a new round of industrial revolution and significantly promoted economic development and people’s employment.
“Therefore,we hope to introduce the electric vehicle industry to Nigeria as well Training of 2,000 Youths on EV Repairs and Engineering.This initiative is not merely about technical know-how.
“We will train 1,000 skilled technicians who can immediately serve in workshops,service centers, and local garages, ensuring that electric vehicles onNigerianroads receive proper care and maintenance. At the same time,we will train 1,000 young engineers, in close collaboration with Nigeria’s university system.” Wayne stated.
He said the training will go beyond repairs but also focus research,design, battery management, software, integration, and the long-term development of the EV industry.
He added that the target 2,000 youths will form the backbone of Nigeria’s future EV workforce from garage to the research lab, from maintenance to manufacturing.
Also speaking at the event the Director General of YIPF, Hon. Tony Nwulu said the collaboration reflects the shared commitment to youth empowerment, sustainable mobility, and national development and a testament to what is possible when innovation meets purpose.
According to Nwulu “It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to this landmark occasion—the signing of two very important Memoranda of Understanding between the Youth in Parliament Forum and CAWIN Mobility Limited.
“Today, we are not just signing documents. We are creating opportunities for young people. We are opening a pathway for renewable energy and sustainable development.
“Through this partnership, we are achieving two historic milestones. The first is the free training of 2,000 Nigerian youths in electric vehicle (EV) repairs and maintenance. This will equip our young people with the skills and experience needed to service electric vehicles, which are already making their way into Nigeria. One of the biggest challenges in the coming years will be ensuring that there are skilled hands to maintain these vehicles when they develop faults. By preparing ahead, we are ensuring Nigeria is not left behind.
“The second milestone is the Lawmakers Car Acquisition Scheme (LCAS), another forward-looking initiative in partnership with CAWIN Mobility. This scheme recognizes the challenges lawmakers face in carrying out their duties and provides them with access to electric vehicles and other automobile options.
“These vehicles will be made available not just at affordable prices, but with flexible payment plans and reliable after-sales service. This initiative promotes cleaner mobility while also easing the burden on our legislators”.
Highlights of the occasion include signing of the Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU) and commission of electric and hybrid cars.