Nigeria's Electric Vehicle Dream: 60% by 2050, But Where to Charge?

Nigeria wants 60% of its vehicles to be electric by 2050. Today there are about 20,000 EVs and, reportedly, fewer than 50 public charging stations. DW's Azeezat Olaoluwa meets the people making it work anyway, despite the daunting obstacles. The video explores the challenges facing Nigeria's EV transition, including charging infrastructure shortages, high costs, and unreliable electricity. It features interviews with EV owners, entrepreneurs, and policymakers who are pushing forward against the odds. Despite the hurdles, there is optimism about the potential for EVs to reduce pollution and dependence on imported fuel. The story examines the innovative solutions being developed and the road ahead for Nigeria's electric mobility ambitions.