PRINCE MUSTAPHA MONA AUDU, CEO, Electric Motor Vehicle Company
Innovative Business Leader of the Year
Prince Mustapha Audu is one of Nigeria’s leading architects of innovation in technology, sustainability, and enterprise who is redefining Africa’s energy future in the process. As the CEO of Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC), he leads Nigeria’s charge toward e-mobility, transforming transportation with clean, efficient solutions. His 15-year mastery of renewable energy, solar technology, and advanced battery systems has positioned him as a pioneering force in the global green revolution.
A compelling voice on the world stage, Prince Audu has captivated audiences at COP27, COP28, and COP29, where his incisive perspectives on climate justice and Africa’s sustainable development have resonated with global leaders. His advocacy underscores the urgency of equitable climate action for vulnerable nations.
Educated at the prestigious University of Glasgow as a computing scientist, Prince Mustapha Audu seamlessly bridges technology and industry. His entrepreneurial footprint shows tremendous diversity ranging from the fields of construction, to energy, hospitality, IT, mining, automotive production, and agriculture—a testament to his dynamic versatility. Beyond business, he is a dedicated philanthropist, channeling his influence to uplift communities across Kogi State, Nigeria and beyond.
Driven by a profound sense of purpose, Prince Audu harnesses innovation, leadership, and compassion to forge a legacy of impact. His vision is clear: a world where sustainability and prosperity walk hand in hand—greener, fairer, and boundless in opportunity.
Prince Audu’s EMVC offers a full range of environmentally sustainable electric mobility solutions and complementary services for the value chain. EMVC aims to revolutionize the transportation sector by creating a green and safe environment through the production and sale of zero-carbon electric vehicles. Recently, EMVC completed the construction of the largest e-mobility factory in Nigeria, set to be one of the continent’s largest, capable of producing up to 50,000 electric vehicles annually once fully operational. EMVC is collaborating with several solar manufacturing companies in Nigeria to produce solar panels that will power their battery charging infrastructure, further advancing renewable energy integration in the automotive sector.
By replacing traditional combustion engine vehicles with zero-emission electric vehicles, EMVC is playing a crucial role in mitigating Africa’s transportation-related carbon emissions. This shift not only improves air quality and public health in the long term but also creates new employment opportunities, enables the transfer of technological expertise, and reduces transportation costs due to the lower operational and maintenance cost of electric vehicles.
EMVC’s vision is to lead the electric mobility transition across Africa. To achieve this, the company is forging strategic partnerships with both government and the private sector. These collaborations aim not only to meet the rising demand for cost-effective transportation solutions but also to establish a robust network of renewable energy powered charging infrastructure. EMVC adopts a modular and scalable approach, facilitating rapid expansion into other African countries based on specific market needs and opportunities.
