African electric vehicle manufacturer Spiro has begun operations in Ogun State, Nigeria, offering its electric motorbikes across up to eight major Nigerian provinces.
Spiro’s electric bikes feature both slow and fast charging capabilities. The company has established strategic partnerships to expand Spiro’s charging network, facilitating the transition to electric mobility. Additionally, Spiro provides battery swapping services for its motorcycles. Initially, three swapping stations will be set up in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, with plans for additional stations in the future.
“Our expansion marks a new chapter for Spiro and the broader EV ecosystem in Nigeria,” said Spiro CEO Kaushik Burman. “We’ll deploy a significant number of bikes in our first year in Nigeria, enabling a lifestyle shift towards cleaner, more sustainable transportation options. Our goal is to electrify mobility across Africa, and Nigeria, as Africa’s economic powerhouse, represents an important step on that journey.”
“Spiro’s electric bikes promise a future of reduced environmental impact, economic savings, and improved community health,” added Rahul Gaur, Spiro’s Director of West Africa Cluster. “We’re proud to collaborate on this sustainable venture, setting a green standard for transportation in Nigeria.”
Last year, the Ugandan capital Kampala signed a deal with Spiro to replace 140,000 internal combustion motorbike taxis within five years. In September 2023, Kenya partnered with Spiro to introduce one million electric motorbikes on the country’s roads. The manufacturer is also active in Benin, Togo, and Rwanda.
