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Tag: Transportation

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Nigerian News

FG constitutes probe committee for Abuja-Kaduna train incident

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 - by Adeola Akinbobola

The Minister of Transportation Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has taken a decisive action following a train derailment which occurred on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at Jere, while proceeding from Abuja-Kaduna, …

FG constitutes probe committee for Abuja-Kaduna train incident Read More
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Business

NAIRAXI: Transit subsidies vital for safety net expansion

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 - by Samson Benjamin

Nigeria’s leading tech-powered mobility company, Nairaxi, has thrown its weight behind the call by World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, urging governments to prioritise policies that protect vulnerable …

NAIRAXI: Transit subsidies vital for safety net expansion Read More
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Nigerian News

Tinubu’s CNG initiative path to Nigeria’s clean energy – Expert

August 1, 2025August 1, 2025 - by Folarin Kehinde

Managing Director of Excella U Energy Limited, Solomon Oseagah, Thursday commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s push for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a strategic move towards addressing Nigeria’s energy challenges …

Tinubu’s CNG initiative path to Nigeria’s clean energy – Expert Read More
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Business

From ashes to ascent: Two years of Tinubu’s transformative leadership

June 9, 2025June 9, 2025 - by Alex Oware

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second anniversary in office is at a point where Nigeria stands at a pivotal moment, reflecting on a period characterised by unprecedented challenges and a determined …

From ashes to ascent: Two years of Tinubu’s transformative leadership Read More
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Nigerian News

Eid: Nigerian Railway Cooperation extends special train services

June 8, 2025June 8, 2025 - by Adejayan Gbenga

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) will operate additional special train services across its major standard gauge corridors – Lagos-Ibadan and Abuja-Kaduna – on Monday and Tuesday, respectively. The Managing Director …

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Nigerian News

Ahead Sallah holiday, NRC deploys engineers to repair flood-ravaged rail track

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 - by Suleiman Idris

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) on Tuesday disclosed that it has deployed a team of engineers to the flood-ravaged area of a portion of the narrow gauge threatened by washout …

Ahead Sallah holiday, NRC deploys engineers to repair flood-ravaged rail track Read More
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Letters

Reforming Nigeria’s transport sector: Between vision and reality 

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 - by Muhammad Musa-Gombe

Nigeria’s transport sector stands at a critical juncture. With a rapidly growing population, mounting economic pressures, and the pressing demand for sustainable infrastructure, the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration faces …

Reforming Nigeria’s transport sector: Between vision and reality  Read More
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Business

Benue: BIPC takes delivery of electric cars, to crash transport cost

April 13, 2025April 13, 2025 - by John Shiaondo

Benue State’s Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC) has taken delivery of 20 electric and solar-powered cars for its green wheels taxi service, with plans to launch operations in Makurdi, …

Benue: BIPC takes delivery of electric cars, to crash transport cost Read More
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Business

Plateau, NRC pen deal to revive rail services

April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 - by Suleiman Idris

The Plateau state government and the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) have entered into an agreement aimed at revitalizing the country’s rail infrastructure and enhancing regional connectivity. The landmark deal officials …

Plateau, NRC pen deal to revive rail services Read More
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Nigerian News

Gov. Ododo bans illegal revenue collection by transport unions

January 29, 2025January 29, 2025 - by Oyibo Salihu

Kogi state Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo on Wednesday banned illegal collection of membership dues and other related revenue from commercial road users by various transportation unions in the state. Governor …

Gov. Ododo bans illegal revenue collection by transport unions Read More
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Nigerian News

Christmas: Travelers laud Tinubu’s holiday transport services

December 24, 2024December 24, 2024 - by Adeola Akinbobola

Travelers have lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu 50 percent subsidized holiday transport services across the country . The initiative which was officially flagged off by the Minister of Transportation, Sen. …

Christmas: Travelers laud Tinubu’s holiday transport services Read More
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Politics

Arewa think-tank hails Uba Sani on CNG bus launch, wage increase

November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 - by Alabi Abdul

The Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has praised Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for launching a fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to provide free transportation for state civil …

Arewa think-tank hails Uba Sani on CNG bus launch, wage increase Read More
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Nigerian News

Ticket racketeering, exorbitant pricing: NRC reads riot act to staff

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 - by Adeola Akinbobola

The management of Warri- Itakpe train service of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has read the riot act to staff involved in ticket racketeering and exorbitant pricing of services. Coordinator …

Ticket racketeering, exorbitant pricing: NRC reads riot act to staff Read More
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Business

Challenges facing livestock transportation in Nigeria – Minister

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 - by Adeola Akinbobola

The Minister of Transportation, Sen Sai’du Ahmed Alkali, has observed that the current state of livestock transportation in Nigeria presents significant challenges from inadequate infrastructure, to safety and welfare concerns …

Challenges facing livestock transportation in Nigeria – Minister Read More
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Letters

The urgent need for mass transportation

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 - by Elvis Eromosele

In recent years, the cost of transportation in Nigeria, like everything else, has skyrocketed, putting immense pressure on citizens. This surge is not just a local issue, but one deeply …

The urgent need for mass transportation Read More
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Nigerian News

Kebbi donates 36 seater bus, Sokoto N5m to FUBK

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024 - by Muhammad Sadisu Abubakar

The Kebbi state government weekend donated a 36 seater bus to the Federal University Birnin Kebbi, while its neighbour, the Sokoto state government, donated N5 million to the institution. Governor …

Kebbi donates 36 seater bus, Sokoto N5m to FUBK Read More
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Business

FG moves to produce industry experts in transport sector

September 22, 2024September 22, 2024 - by Adeola Akinbobola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has constituted the Governing Council for the University of Transportation to disseminate specialised knowledge in all modes of transportation to produce Nigerian experts that will utilize …

FG moves to produce industry experts in transport sector Read More
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Business

Need to boost inland water transportation

September 20, 2024September 20, 2024 - by Suleiman Idris

Nigeria’s estimated 10,000km of waterways ordinarily should be something that boosts the economy, but that is a far cry from what is obtainable with about 3,000km of the waters navigable. …

Need to boost inland water transportation Read More
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Business

Transport minister commissions ultra-modern Gombe motor park

May 29, 2024May 29, 2024 - by Adeola Akinbobola

The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali, has commissioned the ultra-modern Gombe state mega MotorPark. In his remarks, the minister said the park is truly unique and remarkable within …

Transport minister commissions ultra-modern Gombe motor park Read More
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Nigerian News

OSR Cruise redefines transportation, launches mobility app

December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 - by Ahmid Lawal

OSR Cruise, a dynamic mobility startup, launches its innovative APP designed to reshape the way people move and connect. The company in a statement said it has introduced an all-encompassing …

OSR Cruise redefines transportation, launches mobility app Read More
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Business

KPMG sees inflation reach 30% December 2023

November 12, 2023November 12, 2023 - by Blessing Anaro & Segun Odunewu, Lagos

Reputable financial adversary service firm, KPMG is confident that Nigeria’s inflation would berth at 30 per cent this year. This is as another reputable financial firm in Nigeria, Afrivest says, …

KPMG sees inflation reach 30% December 2023 Read More
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Nigerian News

Off- cycle election: Transportation not available in 26 percent RACs visited – Situation Room

November 12, 2023November 12, 2023 - by Adeola Akinbobola

The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (Situation Room) has observed that in Kogi state, transportation was not available in 26 percent of the Registration Area Centres (RACs) visited. The Convener, …

Off- cycle election: Transportation not available in 26 percent RACs visited – Situation Room Read More
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Religion

NAHCON meets Saudi service provider, seeks enhanced service delivery

November 6, 2023November 6, 2023 - by Ahmid Lawal

The acting Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Mallam Jalal Ahmed Arabi, has appealed to the Saudi Arabian service provider, the Mutawiff of African  Non-Arab Countries , …

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Business

Former Lagos Transport Commissioner condemns new levy on vehicle owners

July 13, 2023July 13, 2023 - by Amaka Ifeakandu with agency report

Transportation expert and former commissioner for transportation in Lagos State, Kayode Opeifa, has called on the National Assembly to fully takeover the proposed introduction of annualized N1000 tax on drivers …

Former Lagos Transport Commissioner condemns new levy on vehicle owners Read More
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University of transportation’ll transform sector, develop manpower – FG

April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 - by Suleiman Idris

The proposed Federal University of Transportation in Daura, Katsina state will serve as a training institution for the development of transportation engineering, logistics and courses that will support post-modern transportation …

University of transportation’ll transform sector, develop manpower – FG Read More

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I have received many requests for information on GMO seeds and their safety, and I have watched several video clips ...

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If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, then Mohammed must go to the mountain. This is a time-honoured maxim, ...

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The capital of a nation represents its symbol. A visitor may not necessarily traverse the entire country to form their ...

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Nigeria’s leading airline Air Peace Chairman, Dr Allen Onyema has described the country’s aviation sector as one poised for a ...

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