In order to support the artisans in automotive industry,  the Ogun State government through the World Bank funded Ogun State Economic Transformation Project, (OGSTEP) is currently training no fewer than 40 automotive craftsmen across the three senatorial districts of the State in new techniques and technology  in automotive mechatronic. 

The training , which included conversion of vehicle engines from petrol to Compressed Natural Gas(CNG) involves the design and installation of CNG fuel systems in compliance with all applicable safety codes and standards.

Speaking at one of the practical session, held at Abeokuta, the OGSTEP Skills Sector Project Manager Mr. Fatai Osunsanya said that the training program started three months ago and is aimed at upskilling the selected artisans with modern techniques and knowledge in auto maintenance as well as improve the relevance and access to the traditional apprentice training system.

The Project Manager said that the training covered, auto-mechatronics, auto-electrical, CNG Conversion, digital literacy, adult literacy and health and safety. 

He further explained that the trainees were selected from all the mechanic clusters across the state to participate in the pilot training programme. 

The Lead Facilitator, Mr. Osokoya Babatunde stated that the CNG training initiative was not meant to eradicate the use of petrol but to serve as alternative for vehicles. He advised the participants to put into practice all the new learnings and skills they have learnt during the training programme.

Speaking on behalf of the trainees, Mr Haruna Akinfenwa from Abeokuta South Local Government and Mr Sulaimon Oyekanmi from Sagamu Local Government appreciated the organizers of the programme, promising to step down the training to others in their various clusters.