Transport

FG to convert 10,000 commercial vehicles to CNG

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 January 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PC NGI)The federal government said, it is converting 10,000 commercial vehicles in Abuja and Lagos, within a span of just 10 weeks. This bold move, was contained in a statement posted by the Presidential Compressed Natural

Transport

Criticism mounts as transport ministry allocates 57% of budget to Lagos Railway

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 January 2025 0

The Federal Ministry of Transportation has allocated 57 per cent of its 2025 budget to the Lagos Green Line Rail Project, sparking widespread criticism over perceived neglect of other national transportation needs. The ministry’s 2025 budget reveals that N146.14 billion out of a total N256.73 billion has been earmarked for the Lagos Green Line project, […]

Transport

FG urged to reform transport sector, boost jobs in 2025

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 January 2025 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Managing Director of XpressRide, a rising player in Nigeria’s transport industry, Ismaila Yusuf Atus, has called on the federal government to prioritise comprehensive reforms in the transportation sector to ease hardships faced by Nigerians in the past year. In a New Year message, Atus highlighted the urgent need for an affordable, safer, […]

Transport

2025: A New Year of Hope for Nigeria’s Transportation – XpressRide MD

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 1 January 2025 0

On behalf of the management and staff f XpressRide, I welcome you to a new year filled with hope and new opportunities! As we step into 2025, let’s take a moment to reflect on the challenges we faced last year, particularly in our transportation sector. In 2024, many Nigerians felt the pinch of rising costs […]

Transport

Coscharis Motors wins Multi-Luxury Company, SUV of the Year Awards

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 December 2024 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO It was indeed a glorious day for the leading auto dealer, Coscharis Motors Plc. one of the subsidiaries of the Nigerian owned respected conglomerate, Coscharis Group at this year’s Nigerian Auto Journalists Association award night held recently at the Oriental Hotels, Lagos. The Company won the awards as the Multi – Luxury […]

Transport

Stanbic IBTC, Carloha partner to offer exclusive 6% discount on Chery Vehicles

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 December 2024 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Stanbic IBTC Bank, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has announced a strategic partnership with Carloha, a reputable auto showroom specialising in the retail sale and after service of Chery brand of vehicles. The official agreement was signed on Wednesday, 18 December 2024, marking a significant milestone for both organisations. This collaboration

Transport

Nigeria allocates N122bn to boost CNG adoption in transportation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 December 2024 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO Nigeria has committed N122 billion to expand the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in its transportation sector, aiming to mitigate soaring diesel costs and reduce dependence on imported fuels. The initiative, spearheaded by the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), seeks to establish a robust nationwide CNG infrastructure,

Transport

Transforming Supply Chain and Logistics Management in Nigeria Through AI: Lessons from the USA

Ihesiulo Grace 27 December 2024 0

Efficient supply chain and logistics management are essential for economic growth, especially in a country like Nigeria where inadequate infrastructure and inefficiencies create bottlenecks in commerce. As global trends highlight the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in these sectors, Nigeria has an opportunity to leverage these advancements by learning

Transport

Coscharis Motors wins Multi-Luxury Company, SUV of the Year Awards

Ihesiulo Grace 21 December 2024 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO It was indeed a glorious day for the leading auto dealer, Coscharis Motors Plc. one of the subsidiaries of the Nigerian owned respected conglomerate, Coscharis Group at this year’s Nigerian Auto Journalists Association award night held recently at the Oriental Hotels, Lagos. The Company won the awards as the Multi – Luxury […]

Transport

Extend standard gauge railway project from Ibadan to Kano, stakeholder urges FG

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 December 2024 0

BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO A transportation stakeholder has advice the federal government to expedite action on extension of the 157 Kilometres Lagos-Ibadan Standard gauge railway line to Kano, so as to enjoy maximum benefit derivable from haulage of goods by rail within the corridor. Director Operations, BUENO logistics Limited, MrPaul Ndib, who gave the advice, recently, […]

Transport

Chery Sponsors NAPE Charity Golf Tournament with one Tiggo 8 Pro as a Hole-in-One Prize

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 26 October 2024 0

Carloha the franchise holder and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, is proud to announce the sponsorship of the highly anticipated NAPE Charity Golf Tournament, scheduled to place at the prestigious IBB Golf & Country Club, Abuja, on October 26, 2024. As part of its commitment to fostering sports development in Nigeria, Chery is offering […]

Transport

FRSC unveils groundbreaking strategies to curb road crashes

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 October 2024 0

 By Temitope Adebayo  The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has unveiled groundbreaking strategies to combat Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs), shifting focus from motor park rallies to community-based initiatives across the country. The Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO) Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM) Olusegun Ogungbemide said this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja.

Transport

Standard Ore, NRC partner to revolutionize iron ore haulage efficiency in Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 October 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo Standard Ore Company Limited has announced the allocation of an initial one million dry metric ton units (DMTU) of iron ore per year for rail transport through a recent partnership with the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC). The collaboration, the company said, aims to enhance the efficiency of iron ore haulage in Nigeria, […]

Transport

LASG impounds 241 unlicensed vehicles

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 October 2024 0

..Warns against use of unregistered vehicles By Temitope Adebayo The Lagos State Government has impounded 241 vehicles during a recent enforcement exercise conducted by the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) recently. The vehicles were found to be unlicensed and in violation of the state’s transportation regulations, in accordance with Sections 15 and 16 of the Lagos […]

Transport

FG approves e-vehicles to ease transport costs

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 October 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo President Bola Tinubu has approved the introduction of electric vehicles in the geopolitical zone to reduce transportation costs. The North-East Development Commission (NEDC), CEO Mohammed Alkali disclosed this while speaking with state house correspondents. He said the decision was reached as a result of plans to create modular solar power units across

Transport

‘How engine capacity significantly impacts vehicle performance and fuel efficiency’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 7 September 2024 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

Transport

Fuel price hike sparks 50% surge in transport fares nationwide

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 6 September 2024 0

..As Nigerians demand relief By Temitope Adebayo The recent increase in petrol prices has caused transportation fares to rise by over 50 per cent in major Nigerian cities, investigations by The Daily Times has revealed. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Retail Management implemented the price hikes, raising petrol costs from N568-N617 per litre […]

Transport

Transport Commissioner leads key officials Redline Rail passenger ride

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 August 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo *Confirms readiness for passenger operation As part of the ongoing trial phase, the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, led key officials from the Ministry of Transportation on a non-fee-paying ride aboard the Redline Rail. The journey, which took place between Ikeja and Agbado, marked a significant milestone in the […]

Transport

FRSC set to launch app for driving licence, plate number verification

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 August 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is set to launch a new mobile app in September 2024, designed to facilitate the verification of driving licences and plate numbers. This was revealed by FRSC spokesperson Elizabeth Jayeola during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday. Jayeola, who serves as the […]

Transport

Transportation minister urges NRC to make train accessible for elderly, PWDs

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 August 2024 0

By Temitope Adebayo The minister of transportation, Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali has raised concerns over the inaccessibility of the train station in Kubwa, Abuja for persons with disabilities (PWDs). He noted that the design of the facility, particularly the staircase used by passengers disembarking from trains arriving from Rigasa, does not cater to the needs of […]