NADDC boss advocates reliance on renewable energy

The Director-General, National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Jelani Aliyu, has called on key players in the automotive industry to remain forward-thinking and invest in renewable energy.

Aliyu, gave the advice in Lagos, during the Lagos Motor Fair, organised by the BKG Exhibitions.

He also advised exhibitors at the fair to continue to focus on developing local assembly plants and invest in local talent.

In her remarks, Mikano Motors Marketing Manager, Karima Okunola, stated that Geely’s brand ethos is making refined cars for everyone, saying the brand is the perfect meeting point for high-quality autos with the latest technological, best in class features at affordable price points.

She also added that a similar principle goes for ZNA Rich six range of pickup trucks, delivering luxurious, durable, rugged, yet affordable light-duty trucks.

She further said Geely’s iconic models, the Geely Emgrand7 sedan and the newly launched Geely Coolray compact crossover was resplendently displayed at the fair alongside ZNA Rich 6 range of pickup trucks.

Okunola reiterated the benefits that Geely Nigeria vehicles come with, including five years/150,000km best in country warranty, financing options via partner banks, guaranteed resale value via trade-in options.

According to her, “The added value proposition includes Mikano International’s nationwide reach, readily available parts, combined with world-class after-sales service, all backed with Mikano International’s dependable warranty, to ensure that all Geely Nigeria customers are assured of total peace of mind with the purchase of a Geely vehicle.

“Mikano International, a foremost leading solutions provider in Nigeria for almost three decades stormed the Nigerian auto scene again in January 2021 with the launch of Geely Nigeria; a strategic partnership between Mikano International and Geely Auto Group.

“With the strength of Mikano International’s trusted reputation, Geely Nigeria has rapidly gained ground as one of the fastest rising Auto brands in the country. Geely Holdings, owners of Volvo Autos (since 2010), are also the largest shareholders at Daimler A.G (the parent company for Mercedes Benz), as well as owning LEVC, the manufacturers of the iconic London black cabs.”