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Total Ban on Okada Riders On the Highways in Lagos

19May

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Total Ban on Okada Riders On the Highways in Lagos

SANWO-OLU ORDERS TOTAL BAN ON OKADA IN SIX LOCAL COUNCILS, NINE LCDAs…Governor: ‘Okada Menace In Lagos Disturbing, Residents Must Embrace Safe Alternatives’…Second Phase Of Okada Ban ComingAgainst the backdrop of growing menace and nuisance constituted by commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, Lagos State Government has imposed a fresh ban to curtail the unruly activities of the riders.Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, announced a total ban on Okada on all highways across six Local Government Areas (LGAs) and nine Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of the State.Effective from June 1, 2022, the Governor directed security operatives to enforce the proscription order across the listed councils. The affected councils are Eti-Osa, Ikeja, Surulere, Lagos Island, Lagos M...

NO ILLEGAL PARKING : ABIA CONSTITUTE TASKFORCE TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE

12Apr

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Industry News, Road Matters, Transports

NO ILLEGAL PARKING : ABIA CONSTITUTE TASKFORCE TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE

Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has approved the constitution of an inter-ministerial task force to ensure compliance with the directive to rid the Osisioma interchange (Flyover) area up to Tonimas junction of Enugu-Port Harcourt Express Way, Aba, of street traders and illegal vehicle parks. Members of the Taskforce drawn from the state Ministries of Trade & Investment, Transport, and Osisioma Local Government Area are to be inaugurated on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the conference room of the ministry of trade and investment by noon. They are: 1. Chief Amanna A. Nwaogu (Chairman) 2. Noble Nwaogwugwu 3. Chikezie Mayiogu 4. Michael Ochiegbu 5. Ikechukwu Amaefula 6. Iheanyi Ihesiaba 7. Bright Opara 8. Okoro Ogechi Jasper 9. Emmanuel Oriaku 10. Nwannunu Baron 11. Okechukwu Nmere...

LAGOS GOVERNOR BABAJIDE SANWO-OLU UNVEILED 1000 GAC CARS FOR LAGRIDE

23Mar

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Industry News, Transports

LAGOS GOVERNOR BABAJIDE SANWO-OLU UNVEILED 1000 GAC CARS FOR LAGRIDE

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo- launched a safe, comfortable and modernized taxi scheme in Lagos State today, with a rollout of the first batch of 1,000 brand-new GAC-branded vehicles under the LAGRIDE scheme. The scheme will be operated on a lease-to-own basis, as a component of the multi-modal transportation blueprint. The need to provide a dignifying and more rewarding means of livelihood for the unemployed and underemployed population gave birth to the new ‘Lagos State Taxi Scheme’, which will be operated on a lease-to-own basis the Governor said. That Under this arrangement, a beneficiary will be provided a brand-new car which will become the driver’s property after completion of the payment of the vehicle’s subsidized cost. He added that "What we are witnessing today i...

Edo State Government Commission 700 Capacity Bus Terminal

12Mar

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Transports

Edo State Government Commission 700 Capacity Bus Terminal

The Edo State government on Thursday, commissioned the Benin Central Park Terminal, an ultra-modern 700-bus capacity facility, to bring a new lease of life to the city’s transport scene and ensure an efficient commute service in the metropolis. The Commissioning of the facility, located at the Obakhavbaye axis of Ring Road, in Benin City, was led by the State governor, Godwin Obaseki, and the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sen (Dr) Iyorchia Ayu. The project is part of the government’s efforts to ensure an efficient transport service in the City center. Speaking to newsmen, Obaseki disclosed that three more ultra-modern bus terminals will be developed across different locations in the State. According to the Governor, the government is systematically e...

Lagos State Government Suspend NURTW From Parks

11Mar

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Transports

Lagos State Government Suspend NURTW From Parks

LAGOS SUSPENDS NURTW FROM PARKS The Lagos State Government has been watching closely events in the National Union of Road Transport Workers Union (NURTW). There have been claims and counter claims over the control of the union. The Government has a duty to ensure the safety of lives and property of all Lagosians and visitors. Therefore, there is an urgent need to douse the unnecessary tension generated by the leadership tussle in the NURTW and protect the citizenry from the likely fallout of the situation. After considering the provisions of the law, the Government hereby suspends the activities of NURTW, which must cease to operate in all parks and garages in Lagos State. The Government will set up a Committee to immediately take control of the parks and garages. Members of ...

23Feb

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Transports

VOLVO ARTICULATED HAULERS- A CUT ABOVE THE REST

SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS NEW BUS TERMINAL AT MAFOLUKU TO IMPROVE INTRA-CITY TRANSPORTATION

9Jun

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Transports

SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS NEW BUS TERMINAL AT MAFOLUKU TO IMPROVE INTRA-CITY TRANSPORTATION

SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS NEW BUS TERMINAL AT MAFOLUKU TO IMPROVE INTRA-CITY TRANSPORTATION •Station to Serve Airport Passengers, Commuters in Surrounding Cities Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has delivered a world-class bus terminal for passengers distribution around international gateway. Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, commissioned the Mafoluku Bus Terminal fully built by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) in collaboration with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The terminal is a gateway station that will serve Mafoluku, Oshodi, and Ajao Estate environs, providing bus connections primarily to Oshodi Transport Interchange, Ikeja Bus Terminal, Mile 2 and other parts of Lagos. The Mafoluku Terminal will also provide a means of connection to the...

TRANSPORTATION CRITICAL FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH says FRSC BOSS

9Jun

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Industry News, Transports

TRANSPORTATION CRITICAL FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH says FRSC BOSS

Stakeholders at Nigeria Annual Transport Lecture 2021 Tackle Challenges Affecting Auto/Road Sector TRANSPORTATION CRITICAL FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH says FRSC BOSS ...advised for proper utilisation of five modes of transportation The 8th edition of Nigeria Annual Transport Lecture, Exhibition and Awards, with the theme: “Improving Nigeria Transportation System; The Way Forward” was well attended by stakeholders in the nation’s transport sector. In his presentation, titled: Improving Nigeria Transportation System; The Way Forward, Corp Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi said transportation is critical for economic growth, but advised for proper utilisation of five modes of transportation including road, air, water, rail and pipeline...

LAGOS LAUNCH 500 UNITS OF BUSES TO EASE TRANSPORTATION IN THE STATE

18May

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Transports

LAGOS LAUNCH 500 UNITS OF BUSES TO EASE TRANSPORTATION IN THE STATE

In line with one of the pillars during his Campaigns, The Lagos State Governor today launched 500 units of First and Last Mile (FLM) buses and 100 high and medium capacity buses for standard routes.The FLM buses will serve 286 identified routes within our communities as an alternative to addressing the menace and security threat constituted by Okada riders. He said "FLM buses are safe and convenient as commuters will be able to use Cowry Travel Cards - an automated payment system already in use for BRT buses." He added that "We have delineated the FLM bus corridors into eight zones, comprising Ikeja and Ketu (Zone 1), Oshodi, Mushin, and Surulere (Zone 2), Berger, Yaba and Oyingbo (Zone 3) and Lagos Island, Ajah and Ibeju Lekki (Zone 4).Others are Iyana-ipaja and Agege (Zone 5), Mile 2,...

16Apr

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Transports

Controversies Trail Disbursement of N10bn Covid-19 Bailout To Transportation Industry

Controversies Trail Disbursement of N10bn Covid-19 Bailout To Transportation Industry The N10bn Covid-19 bailout as intervention fund to operators in the Nigeria's Transportation industry which is expected to rescue ailing transport companies and firms to reposition the sector seems to be shrouded in controversy. Findings by the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA), it was gathered that the huge fund is causing ripples as some operators are alleging that they were sidelined in the disbursement. It was learnt that among the operators who have been asked to submit documents for verification were the interstate luxury bus operators under the aegis of the Public Transport Owners of Nigeria Association (PTONA). NAJA learnt that having lost billions of naira due to the 98-day lock...