Category: Transport
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NAFDAC MANDATES GREEN TANKERS FOR EDIBLE OIL TRANSPORT WITH TWO-WEEK DEADLINE
Nigeria’s food safety steps up as edible oil must now move in dedicated green-painted tankers. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has ordered all edible oil manufacturers and distributors to adopt green-painted tankers within two weeks to prevent contamination risks from non-dedicated vehicles. The move targets public health protection by…
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AUATON LAGOS THREATENS INDEFINITE STRIKE OVER UBER/MOOVE EXPLOITATION
Drivers demand fair wages and transparency or face shutdown of app-based transport services. AUATON Lagos warns Uber/Moove to reverse doubled daily remittance and address unfair commissions within five days or face indefinite strike. The union slams unsafe workloads, withheld HMO benefits, and opaque repayment schemes, calling on govt and public to support driver rights and…
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MINISTERS AND OFFICIALS EYE PROGRESS ON ABUJA-KADUNA EXPRESSWAY RECONSTRUCTION
On the ground inspection by top Works Ministry officials signals steady progress toward a smoother Abuja-Kaduna ride. Federal and state Works leaders, including Minister David Umahi and Minister of State Bello Goronyo, joined project supervisors and ministry directors to inspect ongoing reconstruction on the busy Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. The visit highlights the government’s commitment to improving…
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NIGERIA TO RECEIVE FIRST DRY LEASE AIRCRAFT IN 20 YEARS
Aviation confidence returns with dry leases, new maintenance hub, and expanded routes for Air Peace. Minister Festus Keyamo (SAN) announced Nigeria’s first dry lease aircraft delivery on Oct. 6 via Air Peace, marking a shift from costly wet leases after Nigeria’s removal from the global blacklist. He highlighted the new Air Peace MRO facility at…
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FCT MINISTER NYESOM WIKE TO INAUGURATE 12 NEW ROADS, SOLAR LIGHTING PROJECTS
Major infrastructure boost kicks off in Abuja with new roads and solar lights under Light Up Abuja Programme. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike will inaugurate construction of 12 roads and solar lighting in key areas like Maitama, Asokoro, and the CBD from Sept. 18 to Oct. 16. Projects include arterial roads, access roads to bus terminals…
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NAMA UPGRADES AERONAUTICAL COMMUNICATIONS WITH NEW SATELLITE-ENABLED AFTN
Nigeria boosts air traffic safety and efficiency with modernised global-standard communication network. John Tayo, NAMA’s Director of Air Traffic Services, announced the installation of a new Aeronautical Fixed Telecommunication Network (AFTN) using advanced satellite facilities across 26 airports. The upgrade enhances reliable, rapid transmission of flight plans, meteorological data, and urgent messages, strengthening Nigeria’s integration…
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VIPS GEAR UP FOR SAFER ROADS AT 8TH FRSC ANNUAL LECTURE IN ABUJA
When the big names gather, you know road safety is serious business—but with a dash of style and star power at Abuja’s Presidential Villa on Wednesday! Abuja played host to top-tier traffic safety champions on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, as the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) held its 8th Annual Lecture Series. The event drew…
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ABUJA-KADUNA RAIL REPAIR TO BE COMPLETED IN 10 DAYS, SAYS MINISTER
Rapid response underway to restore train operations after derailment near Asham Station. Transport Minister Said Alkali confirmed that repairs to the 150-meter damaged Abuja-Kaduna rail tracks will finish within 10 days. NRC staff are working around the clock to clear wreckage and fix the line, with damaged coaches to be removed shortly. The government is…
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FRSC OGUN WARNS MOTORISTS TO SLOW DOWN DURING EMBER MONTHS
Speed thrills but kills—FRSC urges caution to prevent road crashes this festive season. Mr. Nasir Mohammed of FRSC Ogun Command advises drivers on Sagamu-Ore-Benin Expressway to reduce speed, avoid reckless driving, night travel, and drunk-driving during the ember months. The FRSC pledges increased patrols and public education to promote road safety and curb avoidable accidents.
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KEFFI RESIDENTS URGE FED GOVT TO LAUNCH ABUJA-KEFFI TRAIN SERVICE
With daily traffic jams choking the Abuja-Keffi road, residents want a train link like Abuja-Kaduna to ease travel and boost safety. Residents of Keffi, Nasarawa, are calling on the Federal Government to establish a train service connecting Abuja to Keffi. They believe this will offer a reliable alternative to road travel, reduce traffic gridlocks, and…
