LAGOS, Nigeria ( VOICE OF NAIJA)- The National Board for Technical Education has endorsed the National Occupational Standards covering the conversion, calibration, and maintenance of autogas-powered vehicles, as well as the operation and maintenance of electric vehicles.
According to a statement by the Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council, Mr. Oluwemimo Osanipin, the council worked closely with industry experts and the Sector Skills Council to draft these standards before obtaining approval.
The statement indicated that these NOS underwent a national review and validation process, engaging stakeholders from industry, academia, and regulatory agencies.
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It emphasized that the development of these standards aligns with NADDC’s commitment to promoting industry best practices and advancing the institutionalization of National Skills Qualifications in Nigeria.
“National Occupational Standards specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed to meet standards consistently.
“With this approval now, NADDC will commence preparations for the training and certification of technicians and personnel in the industry using the approved NOS and in line with the National Skills Qualification Framework, especially in CNG conversion,” the council noted.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Presidential CNG Initiative, introduced the use of Compressed Natural Gas, a green energy source, as an alternative source of fuel.
The emergence of autogas as an alternative to gasoline and diesel is the direct result of the government’s policies to address energy security and/or environmental concerns,” it added.