Category: Transport
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FRSC RECOVERS STOLEN CAR 11 YEARS AFTER DISAPPEARANCE
A routine registration check led to a shocking discovery — a car stolen in 2015 has finally been found. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recovered a suspected stolen Toyota Camry in Ebonyi, 11 years after it was reported missing. The breakthrough happened during a routine verification at the National Vehicle Identification Scheme (NVIS)…
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EID TRAVEL: FRSC PRAISES MOTORISTS, OFFICERS FOR DISCIPLINED ROADS
Smooth journeys, fewer incidents—FRSC says Nigerians showed up responsibly on the roads during the festive rush. The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed, has commended motorists and operatives for their orderly conduct during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations. He credited the success of the nationwide patrol to better compliance with traffic rules…
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EID-EL-FITR: AMAC BOSS SEEKS PRAYERS, BACKS UNITY FOR FCT DEVELOPMENT
As Sallah celebrations peak, AMAC Chairman is calling on residents to keep the spirit of Ramadan alive—and channel it into Abuja’s growth. The Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council, Christopher Maikalangu, has urged residents to sustain the values of discipline, sacrifice, and piety beyond Ramadan for the continued development of the FCT. In his Eid-el-Fitr…
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FRSC CRACKS DOWN ON UNDERAGE DRIVING AHEAD OF SALLAH IN GOMBE
Safety first this Sallah! The Federal Road Safety Corps in Gombe State has warned against underage driving, saying it’s a leading cause of accidents alongside speeding, overloading, and distracted driving. Sector Commander Samson Kaura announced that special patrols are underway, with 620 personnel, 10 patrol vehicles, ambulances, and tow trucks deployed across major routes to…
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NRC BOOSTS TRAIN SERVICES AHEAD OF EID-EL-FITR
Travel plans just got easier! The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is ramping up train services across key routes to handle the festive rush during Eid-el-Fitr. According to Callistus Unyimadu, Lagos–Ibadan commuters will enjoy three special trips on Thursday, while Abuja–Kaduna will run multiple trips from March 20–23 to ease passenger flow. In partnership with the…
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FRSC CRACKS DOWN: 17 TRAFFIC OFFENDERS CONVICTED ON LAGOS-IBADAN EXPRESSWAY
No mercy on the road! The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun has convicted 17 motorists at a mobile court in Ogere for various traffic offences. FRSC spokesperson Odunsi Afolabi said the court, presided over by Magistrate O.S. Fadahunsi, handed down convictions to all offenders—no discharges were granted. The move is part of ongoing…
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OGUN FRSC CRACKS DOWN ON TRAFFIC OFFENDERS WITH MOBILE COURT
40 motorists arraigned in Itori as FRSC ramps up road safety enforcement. The Ogun State FRSC has arraigned 40 traffic offenders in a mobile court in Itori, targeting violations like speeding, overloading, seatbelt defaulters, and licence infractions. FRSC PRO, Mr. Odunsi Afolabi, said the court, presided over by Chief Magistrate O.T. Odunsaya, convicted 20 motorists…
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ABUJA WOMEN TURN PRIVATE CARS INTO ‘KABU-KABU’ TAXIS TO SURVIVE
As economic pressure tightens, many women in Nigeria’s capital are turning their private cars into informal taxis—popularly called “kabu-kabu”—to earn extra income and support their families. Across major junctions and bus stops in Abuja, more women—some driving luxury vehicles—now pick up passengers heading to different parts of the city. Many say the move is a…
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FG PUSHES TO COMPLETE ABUJA–KADUNA ROAD WITH NEW CONCRETE DESIGN
The Federal Government is doubling down on finishing the Abuja–Kaduna Road, a key link connecting the North Central region, the FCT, and major trade routes to Lagos. Mohammed Ahmed, Director of Information at the Ministry of Works, said the road has been redesigned from asphalt to Continuous Reinforced Concrete Pavement (CRCP) for durability and long-term…
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NEW HIGH-SPEED TRAIN TO LINK COLOGNE AND BRUSSELS AIRPORT IN JUST TWO HOURS
Travel between Germany and Belgium is about to get faster and easier with a direct rail connection. German rail operator Deutsche Bahn has announced a new high-speed train service connecting Cologne and Brussels Airport, starting Sept. 7. The trains, powered by the latest ICE high-speed models, will run twice daily and complete the journey in…
