Nigeria is introducing a green tax surcharge on motor vehicles starting July 2026. The policy targets larger engines with a 2 to 4 percent fee, while exempting electric vehicles, mass transit buses, and locally assembled cars to encourage lower emissions. Critics argue that without reliable electricity for EV charging and improved public transit, the tax may function more as a revenue generator than a climate tool. The effectiveness of the policy depends on whether the government can provide viable low-carbon alternatives to private vehicle ownership.
