Nigeria’s pioneering electric motor company, Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC), has announced a groundbreaking partnership with UK-based Jupiter Lithium Ltd. to establish the country’s first fully integrated lithium-to-electric vehicle (EV) supply chain.
In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, Alhaji Mustapha Audu, Chairman of EMVC, described the collaboration as a pivotal step in Nigeria’s transition toward a sustainable, green economy.
“This partnership represents a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s transition to sustainability,” Audu said. “By aligning our electric vehicle production with Jupiter’s high-grade SC6 spodumene concentrate operations in Kaduna State, we are laying the foundation for a complete domestic supply chain—from lithium extraction to electric mobility.”
The agreement is anchored by a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that outlines a strategic framework to develop an end-to-end ecosystem, from mining and refining lithium to battery and vehicle production.
Local Value Creation and Economic Impact
Audu noted that the initiative would drastically reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported batteries and electric vehicle components, ultimately improving the country’s trade balance and fostering sustainable transportation.
“We are not just building cars—we are building Nigeria’s future,” he added. “Our goal is to integrate locally produced lithium into the entire electric vehicle manufacturing process, creating jobs and opportunities for Nigerian communities.”
The partnership also plans to engage qualified third-party partners, focusing on enhancing local capabilities and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the supply chain.
Strategic Mineral Wealth and Global Relevance
Speaking on the importance of the venture, Dr. Stephen Davis, Chairman of Jupiter Lithium Ltd., emphasized the strategic value of Nigeria’s mineral resources in the global energy transition.
“Our partnership with EMVC exemplifies how international expertise can work hand-in-hand with Nigerian innovation to unlock the country’s vast mineral wealth,” Davis said.
He added that the collaboration would help position Nigeria as a key player in the global lithium supply chain, contributing to battery-grade chemical production and laying the groundwork for future lithium battery manufacturing facilities.
“This initiative addresses a critical gap in the global lithium ecosystem while supporting Nigeria’s climate goals and industrial development.”
About the Partners
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EMVC is Nigeria’s first indigenous electric vehicle company, focused on building a sustainable manufacturing value chain within the country.
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Jupiter Lithium Ltd., incorporated in the United Kingdom, is developing the Jupiter Project—a 420 square kilometre lithium mining operation located in Kaduna State.
Industry experts view this collaboration as a landmark initiative that could transform Nigeria into a hub for clean energy technology, boost industrial capacity, and strengthen the country’s footprint in the global green economy.
