Nigeria could soon gain greater access to affordable electric vehicles as Ghanaian manufacturer ST Mobility, formerly known as SolarTaxi, prepares a major expansion aimed at serving West Africa’s largest automotive market.
The company plans to invest $4.5 million in expanding its manufacturing facility in Prampram, Ghana. The investment will increase production capacity and support the assembly of electric cars, motorcycles, three-wheelers and 40-seat electric buses.
Once completed, the upgraded facility is expected to produce 5,000 electric vehicles each year. Nigeria has been identified as one of the company’s biggest export destinations because of its growing population, rising transport demand and increasing interest in cleaner mobility solutions.
The expansion reflects growing confidence in Africa’s electric vehicle industry. It also highlights the increasing role local manufacturers are expected to play in reducing dependence on imported vehicles while creating jobs across the region.
For Nigeria, the development could provide fleet operators, businesses and public transport providers with more affordable access to electric vehicles manufactured within Africa. Shorter supply chains may also reduce delivery times and improve after-sales support compared with imports from other continents.
The company plans to manufacture a wide range of vehicles to meet different transport needs. These include passenger cars for private users, electric motorcycles for commercial riders, three-wheelers for urban mobility and 40-seat buses designed to support public transport systems.
Demand for electric mobility continues to grow across Africa as governments seek to reduce carbon emissions, lower fuel costs and improve energy security. Nigeria has also introduced policies encouraging cleaner transport, including support for electric vehicles and compressed natural gas (CNG) alternatives.
ST Mobility’s decision to target Nigeria signals confidence in the country’s long-term automotive potential. With one of Africa’s largest vehicle markets, Nigeria presents significant opportunities for manufacturers looking to scale production and expand regional trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
If successful, the investment could strengthen regional manufacturing, encourage technology transfer and create new opportunities for partnerships between Ghanaian and Nigerian automotive companies. It may also accelerate the adoption of electric mobility across West Africa, helping consumers and businesses transition towards more sustainable transportation.
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