Africa’s leading electric mobility company, Spiro, has expanded its footprint in Ogun State with the deployment of 1,000 new electric bikes aimed at promoting sustainable transportation and reducing the impact of rising fuel costs.
The new fleet was officially inaugurated last week at the Gateway International Airport by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun.
According to Spiro, the initiative marks a significant milestone in accelerating Nigeria’s transition to cleaner and more affordable mobility solutions.
The company said the introduction of the electric bikes aligns with government efforts to cut carbon emissions and encourage environmentally friendly alternatives to fuel-powered vehicles.
Speaking at the event, Spiro’s Chief Executive Officer, Kaushik Burman, described the deployment as a strategic partnership with both the Ogun State Government and the Federal Government to advance eco-friendly mobility.
“With rising fuel costs, our electric bikes provide a cost-effective solution for riders, passengers, and businesses,” Burman said. “We are proud to collaborate with the government at all levels to deliver sustainable mobility that empowers Nigerians to improve their livelihoods while protecting the environment.”
Governor Abiodun noted that the introduction of over 1,000 electric bikes reflects the state’s forward-thinking approach to energy transition and urban transportation planning. He said the initiative would help cushion the effects of fluctuating fuel prices while promoting environmental sustainability.
“Today, we have displayed over 1,000 electric mobility solutions because of our proactive approach to energy transition and environmental sustainability,” the governor stated. “This initiative supports urban transportation and helps mitigate the challenges posed by the recent increase in fuel prices.”
Industry observers say the rollout is expected to create new employment opportunities for riders and technicians, lower transportation costs for commuters and businesses, and ease traffic congestion across key parts of Ogun State.
Burman added that in the face of economic pressures, electric mobility offers practical relief to citizens and enterprises. “By reducing transportation expenses, we are helping individuals and businesses save money, enhance productivity, and contribute to a more sustainable future for Nigeria,” he said.
The inauguration ceremony attracted senior government officials, industry stakeholders, and other dignitaries, underscoring growing public-private collaboration in Nigeria’s clean energy sector.
Spiro’s expansion in Ogun State is part of a broader continental strategy to deploy thousands of electric bikes across Nigeria and other African markets, strengthening its vision of building a resilient and low-carbon transportation ecosystem.
Spiro operates in eight African countries and runs the continent’s largest and fastest-growing battery-swapping network for electric two-wheel vehicles. The company currently has more than 80,000 electric motorcycles in operation and over 2,500 battery-swapping stations, recording more than 30 million battery swaps to date.
