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Subsidy Removal: Commercial bus operators disregard LASG transportation fare slash

Ihesiulo Grace 4 August 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Commercial bus drivers operating in Lagos State have disregarded the Lagos State Government directive that all yellow transport buses should slash their fares by 25 per cent. Governor Sanwo-Olu had earlier in the week directed 50 per cent slash in transportation fare on all

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FG to shut Chevron operations over disregard of laws, standard procedures

Ihesiulo Grace 4 August 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Federal Ministry of Transportation has disclosed its intention to shut down the Chevron Nigeria Limited operations at the Warri jetty within two weeks, following the company’s disregard of extant laws and standard procedures. The Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, made this known at a meeting between Chevron Nigeria […]

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Coscharis Motors to launch all-new Ford Territory in Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 17 June 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Nigeria’s leading automobile dealership and an exclusive franchisee of the Ford brand, Coscharis Motors Plc, said All-New Ford Territory, would soon to debuted officially in Nigeria. General Manager, Marketing & Corporate Communications, Coscharis Group, Abiona Babarinde, made this known at the just concluded 2023 Lagos Motor Fair and Autoparts

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Honda unveils the e:Ny1 electric SUV

Ihesiulo Grace 12 May 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Honda has unveiled its second fully electric vehicle, the new Honda e:Ny1 electric SUV in Germany. The new Honda e:Ny1 electric SUV will be the first model to ride on the automaker’s new dedicated EV platform. It will mark several firsts for the Japanese automaker. Feature an all-new design language for Honda […]

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Kia launches Software Define Vehicle technology with EV9 electric SUV

Ihesiulo Grace 12 May 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Kia has launched its Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) technology through its EV9 SUV’s on-demand features and over-the-air (OTA) software updates, allowing customers to remotely purchase and install new software functions based on their needs. Kia, which is affiliated with Hyundai Motor Group, has recently launched its flagship electric SUV, the EV9.

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CFAO Motors to distribute Toyota Vehicles in Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 12 May 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo CFAO Motors has been appointed as the official distributor of Toyota vehicles in Nigeria. The leading distributor of mobility products and services in Nigeria is the second official distributor of Toyota vehicles in the country and reinforces the company’s commitment to providing high-quality mobility solutions to its customers. Toyota is a globally

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What you need to know about electric vehicles

Ihesiulo Grace 6 May 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Electric vehicles (EVs) can be a great choice for many drivers, but only you know what will work best for you. There are many things to consider when thinking about buying any vehicle. But specifically, before buying an Electric vehicle (EVs), here are the things you need to know. Electric Vehicles (EVs) […]

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Maruti Suzuki to launch 7-seater Grand Vitara version

Ihesiulo Grace 6 May 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Naruto Suzuki has repeatedly stated their aim to capture more than 25 per cent market share of the SUV market. As a result, they have launched and unveiled the mid-size Grand Vitara, a crossover SUV Fronx, and the five-door lifestyle SUV Jimny. Additionally, reports now suggest that the company is planning to […]

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2023 Nissan Ariya wins 10 best interior automobile award

Ihesiulo Grace 6 May 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The all-electric 2023 Nissan Ariya has been recognized as a standout in the industry, as one of the Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX for 2023.With visually striking, highly functional, spacious, and aesthetically pleasing Interiors. This year’s Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX list marked the 13th edition since it started over […]

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Group collaborates with FRSC, NDLEA to tackle drug abuse by drivers

Ihesiulo Grace 29 April 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo A group, Motivators Crib Africa, has partnered with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to tackle drug abuse among drivers across the country. The group’s Executive Director, Mr Nwokocha Chijioke, who made the disclosure in Osogbo, Osun State, explained that the partnership was to reawaken […]

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Fintech deploys aids in interstate transportation booking across Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 20 April 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Touch and Pay Technologies (TAP), a Nigerian fintech company and processor of micro-transactions in Africa, has deployed technology that aids interstate travel from Lagos to other parts of the country. Today, there are over a million interstate trips daily in the country, with 40 per cent of trips emanating or terminating in […]

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Nigeria’s motorcycle importation drops by 42%

Ihesiulo Grace 14 April 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Nigeria’s spending on the importation of motorcycles fell to N212.64 billion in 2022 representing a 42 percent decline from the N367.39 billion spent in 2021. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) disclosed this in its Foreign Trade in Goods Statistics report which also showed that the importation bill on motorcycles fell quarter-on-quarter […]

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Ramadan: FRSC advice motorists to ensure sufficient rest before embarking on any trip

Ihesiulo Grace 23 March 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, has advised Muslim motorists to have sufficient rest after eating in the morning to prevent avoidable crashes. Mr Iyanda Taofiq, the Sagamu Unit Commander of FRSC, gave the advice on Thursday in Sagamu, Ogun State. Taofiq said the advice had become necessary to stem […]

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FG approves $984m for Kano-Maradi standard gauge rail line

Ihesiulo Grace 23 March 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The federal government of Nigeria has approved a total of $984,722,302 for the procurement of rolling stock, operation and maintenance equipment for the Kano-Maradi standard gauge rail line currently under construction. The Minister of Transportation, Mu’azu Jaji Sambo, disclosed this to State House Correspondents after this week’s Federal Executive

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Funtua Inland Dry Port is port of origin, final destination- Sambo

Ihesiulo Grace 4 February 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Minister of Transportation, Mu’azu Jaji Sambo has declared Funtua Inland Dry Port as the Port of Origin and Final Destination. He made this declaration at the official declaration ceremony of the inland dry port on Thursday, February 2nd 2023 at the facility site in future, Katsina State. Sambo also said that […]

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Renault-Nissan Alliance: Date set for redesign presentation

Ihesiulo Grace 3 February 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo France’s Renault and its Japanese partner Nissan will formally unveil the agreement to reshape their alliance on Feb. 6 in London, the two car makers said in a joint statement on Thursday. The announcement, with junior alliance partner Mitsubishi Motors, confirmed a Jan. 26 Reuters exclusive about the deal, which will retool […]

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Honda to produce new hydrogen fuel cell system co-developed with GM

Ihesiulo Grace 3 February 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo Honda Motor Co said it will start producing a new hydrogen fuel cell system jointly developed with General Motors Co (GM.N) this year and gradually step up sales this decade, in a bid to expand its hydrogen business. The managing executive director Shinji Aoyama said this recently, during a company event in […]

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Truck accidents: Lagos to curb reckless driving through transport reform law

Ihesiulo Grace 2 February 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Lagos State Government has again condemned in strong terms the incessant truck accidents happening within the State and has warned owners and drivers of articulated vehicles against recklessness, saying any driver or owner found to be complicit in any truck accident will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the State […]

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Intentional, willful road crashes should be treated as criminal-FPRO

Ihesiulo Grace 26 January 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi has appealed to states Houses of Assembly to make laws that will treat intentional and willful road crashes as criminal and not mere traffic offences. Adejobi said if anyone drives roughly in traffic and causes deaths, such should not just be treated as a […]

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2023 Election: FRSC warns politicians over reckless driving during campaign

Ihesiulo Grace 26 January 2023 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned parties and politicians to avoid excessive speed and reckless driving during their campaigns. The Corps Marshal, Dauda Biu told drivers of convoys to handle vehicles with caution. This warning followed multiple auto crashes, some fatal, involving party members and supporters. A statement by Corps […]