Collaboration marks Spiro’s growth in the Nigerian market, where it will address environmental, health, and energy challenges through innovative electric mobility solutions.
Lagos, Nigeria – 3 December 2024 – Spiro, Africa’s largest electric vehicle (EV) company, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with ZOOMe, a leading electric mobility firm in Nigeria, to deliver sustainable transportation solutions in Lagos and Abuja.
Spiro’s journey began in West Africa in 2022, with successful operations in Benin and Togo. Building on this foundation, Spiro has expanded rapidly across the continent, deploying 22,000 electric bikes in just two years. The company’s experience and proven success have positioned it as a leader in the transition to clean and sustainable transportation across Africa.
Innovative Solutions for Nigeria’s Energy Landscape
Recognising the evolving energy infrastructure in Nigeria, Spiro offers a comprehensive electric mobility ecosystem to meet the unique needs of riders: development.
- Battery Swapping Stations: Riders can exchange depleted batteries for fully charged ones in seconds at convenient swapping locations, ensuring uninterrupted mobility.
- Fast Charging Stations: Quick recharging options are available at select stations, ideal for riders with time-sensitive needs.
- Home Charging Solutions: Spiro provides home charging systems designed to complement Nigeria’s dynamic energy environment, offering reliable and energy-efficient solutions for riders.
This integrated approach ensures that riders have dependable, flexible options to keep their bikes operational, maximising productivity while aligning with Nigeria’s progressive energy transition.
Tackling Health and Environmental Challenges
Air pollution is a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer across Africa, resulting in 1.1 million premature deaths annually. Transportation emissions are a key contributor to this crisis. By introducing electric mobility to Nigeria, Spiro and ZOOMe aim to significantly reduce emissions, improving air quality and protecting public health.
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“Launching our partnership in Nigeria with ZOOMe as our partner is a key milestone in Spiro’s mission to drive the transition to clean energy across Africa. Starting in West Africa and rapidly expanding, we’ve demonstrated the scalability of our solutions. We’re excited to bring our innovative ecosystem to Nigeria and contribute to building a healthier and greener future.”
Kaushik Burman, CEO of Spiro
“We are excited to partner with Spiro to revolutionize last-mile transportation and logistics in Nigeria. With ZOOMe’s extensive network of battery swap stations, Spiro benefits from reliableinfrastructure for seamless battery swaps, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency. Our expert team of technicians ensure top-notch after-sales support, enhancing rider satisfactionand vehicle performance. Together, we’re driving sustainable growth and delivering innovative solutions to meet Nigeria’s mobility needs.”
Adedayo Odunlami,ZOOMe’s CEO and Co-Founder
About Spiro
Spiro is Africa’s largest electric vehicle company, with over 22,000 bikes deployed in seven countries in just two years.
Spiro’s innovative battery-swapping technology allows riders to exchange batteries quickly and safely at dedicated stations.
Spiro riders have collectively driven more than 300 million km emission-free, avoiding 21,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
Committed to reducing environmental impact, enhancing urban mobility, and building a Pan-African smart energy ecosystem, Spiro continues to lead the EV revolution across the continent.
About ZoomE
ZOOMe, founded in 2023, is headquartered in Nigeria and operates a growing network of hybrid battery swap stations. It provides logistics companies and fleet owners with reliable infrastructure to enhance operations. Its battery-swapping technology reduces fuel costs, minimizes downtime, and cuts carbon emissions. With dedicated after-sales support, ZOOMe ensures seamless integration and optimal performance for companies adopting electric motorcycles. To date, over 15,000 battery swaps have been completed, preventing 100 tonnes of CO2 emissions and advancing sustainable urban logistics.
Notes to Editors
Spiro operates in seven countries: Benin, Togo, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Nigeria, and Ghana.
Spiro riders have driven more than 300 million km emission-free, avoiding 21,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.
In Africa, transportation emissions grow at 7% annually. Air pollution, the continent’s second-largest killer, is linked to 1.1 million premature deaths each year.
Climate emergency: Africa is disproportionately affected by the climate crisis, despite contributing the least to global emissions. Initiatives like Spiro’s and ZoomE’s collaboration are vital in mitigating climate impact by reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting clean energy.
Spiro is a subsidiary of Equitane, a diversified conglomerate focused on sustainable development across Africa.This partnership represents Spiro and ZoomE’s commitment to advancing clean energy and urban mobility, supporting Nigeria’s green transition and economic development.