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NADDC tasks motorcycle manufacturers to deepen local content, boost economy

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 April 2025 0

By Temitope Adebayo The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has called on the Motorcycle Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MOMAN) to increase the level of local content in the manufacturing of motorcycles and tricycles in the country. According to NADDC, increasing

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How engine size shapes vehicle speed and fuel economy

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 April 2025 0

By Temitope Adebayo The automotive world is constantly evolving, with innovation driving improvements in performance, safety, and efficiency. However, one constant factor remains pivotal in determining how a vehicle performs on the road—its engine capacity. Also known as engine displacement, this specification significantly impacts a car’s overall performance and fuel

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Mercedes-Benz sells 529 vehicles in Q1 2025

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 April 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Mercedes-Benz Group AG reported strong performance in the first quarter of 2025, selling a total of 529,200 cars and vans globally. The company navigated a dynamic market environment ahead of the highly anticipated launch of the all-new CLA model. Mercedes-Benz Cars Division The group’s passenger car division sold 446,300 vehicles in Q1, […]

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Nigeria’s Automotive Industry: A key engine of economic growth

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 April 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Nigeria’s automotive industry has evolved over the past century from colonial-era luxury to a vital economic driver. With over 14 million registered vehicles, the sector supports mobility, commerce, and logistics across the country, while also reflecting infrastructure gaps and opportunities for sustainable growth. From Colonial Cars to Indigenous

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IATA: African airlines record 6.7% y-o-y increase in demand

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 9 April 2025 0

BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2025 global passenger demand for all the regions of the world. According to the statistics, African airlines saw a 6.7% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity was up 4.0% year-on-year. The load factor rose to 75.3% (+2.0 ppt compared to February 2024). “While […]

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NRC, SEDC strengthen partnership for South-East rail revitalisation

Ihesiulo Grace 5 April 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Managing Director and CEO of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has highlighted the crucial role of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) in the federal government’s vision to rehabilitate, expand and optimize the country’s railway infrastructure. He made this known on Wednesday during a working visit by the leadership

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NCIS Clears Air On Cooperative Motor Vehicle Third Party Insurance used cars

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 February 2025 0

By Nsikak Ekpenyong The National Cooperative Insurance of Nigeria (NCIS) has urged its members to go about their lawful businesses, using their authentic NCIS motor third party insurance. Briefing newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday, Adetokunbo Adesanya, a director at the NCIS, called on motorists to refer, police, VIO and Road safety to the necessary NCIS […]

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Railway unions pledge support for new NRC MD, Opeifa

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 5 February 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The two labour unions of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), has agreed to cancel all strike action, and to partner with the new managing director, Dr Kayode Opeifa management in achieving the mandate of President Bola Tinubu for the rail sector. Opeifa who disclosed this yesterday said the labour leaders passed the […]

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FRSC Marshal vows safer roads, better services in 2025

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 January 2025 0

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has pledged enhanced service delivery and a renewed focus on road safety in 2025. In his New Year message delivered in Abuja, Mohammed commended FRSC staff for their dedication, which contributed to notable achievements in 2024. He assured that the agency would […]

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FG retains free train services nationwide during festive period

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 December 2024 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Federal Government has announced that train services across Nigeria will remain free throughout the festive season, ensuring affordable and convenient travel for citizens. The Minister of Transportation, Sen. Saidu Ahmed Alkali, disclosed this in Abuja, stating that the initiative will run until 5 January 2025. Speaking about the ongoing travel

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Carloha Offered Tiggo 8, As A Hole-in-one Prize

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 1 November 2024 0

Carloha recently celebrated a thrilling day of sportsmanship and excellence at the NAPE Charity Golf Tournament held at the prestigious IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja on October 26, 2024. In collaboration with NAPE (Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists), Carloha proudly offered a Chery Tiggo 8 Pro as the coveted hole-in-one prize. This […]

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NATCO 2024: Carloha showcases CNG conversion in Arrizo 5 to Automobile Technicians, Artisans

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 17 October 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo Carloha, the franchise holder and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, captivated the attention of automobile technicians and artisans during the Nigerian Artisans and Technicians Conference (NATCO) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, which took place at the Old NITEL Compound, Lagos, on October 10, 2024.

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Reducing car theft in Lagos with GPS vehicle tracking systems

Ihesiulo Grace 11 October 2024 0

Stolen cars in Lagos pose a significant challenge for vehicle owners. The rising incidents of car theft necessitate effective solutions to safeguard vehicles. GPS car tracking technology has emerged as a reliable method to combat this issue. By utilizing GPS vehicle tracking systems, owners can monitor their cars’ real-time locations. Rising incidents Car theft is

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NIWA rescues 100 passengers from Niger boat mishap

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 October 2024 0

 By Temitope Adebayo  The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), on Wednesday, announced the rescue of 100 passengers from the boat mishap in Niger state. In a statement made available to the newsmen by NIWA, the management said the accident involved a wooden boat with about 200 passengers on board. The Waterways Authority explained that the […]

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Nigeria’s Tyre importation hits N108bn annually as Freee Recycle pushes for circular economy

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 23 September 2024 0

A tyre recycling and rubber manufacturing company, Freee Recycle Limited, has revealed that Nigeria’s tyre importation market is worth over N108 billion annually. This is even as the company urges for the adoption of a circular economy model to harness the full potential of tyre waste recycling and drive environmental sustainability in the country. At […]

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Kebbi Govt donates over N300m GSM Plaza to dealers, technicians

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 August 2024 0

By John Bassey The Kebbi State government has handed over a newly acquired GSM Plaza, valued at N300 million, to the Association of Handset Dealers and Technicians to promote entrepreneurship among youths. Speaking at the handover ceremony in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, Governor Nasir Idris emphasized the administration’s commitment to fostering self-employment and

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Lagos task force arrests suspected hoodlums over BRT attack

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 August 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Lagos State Task Force has arrested a group of suspected hoodlums who carried out a bold attack on a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus along the Orile-Alaba Suru axis of the Badagry Expressway, Lagos, on August 13, 2024. Speaking in this development, the Task Force Chairman, CSP Adetayo Akerele, who condemned […]

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LASTMA, FRSC strengthen alliance to improve traffic management in Lagos

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 9 August 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have agreed to strengthen their partnership in managing traffic across Lagos State. This agreement was announced by the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, during a courtesy visit today by the FRSC Zonal Commanding Officer, Assistant Corps […]

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Lagos Traffic Crackdown: 22 vehicles seized in enforcement drive

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 9 July 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo In a broader initiative to ensure compliance with traffic rules and regulations, the Traffic Monitoring and Investigation Unit (TMI) of the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has embarked on an enforcement drive, leading to the apprehension of 22 vehicles for various traffic offences. The offences committed include; illegal conversion of lay-bys and

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Carloha Nigeria enthralls visitors with Chery Vehicle Display at Circle Mall

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 26 June 2024 0

Carloha Nigeria, the sole importer and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, proudly hosted a spectacular display at Circle Mall, Lekki, Lagos, from June 15 to 18, 2024. This event was organized to celebrate Guardian Day, a significant occasion in China dedicated to appreciating the love, care, and support parents provide their children. The centerpiece […]