Day: 10 July 2023

Possible EVS set to launch Nigeria’s first 100% electric taxis

The transport sector in Nigeria represents about 24% of in-scope carbon emissions every year and 72% of these emissions come from passenger vehicles. As the fuel price hits historic highs, commuters are starting to feel the pinch of increasing transport fares. The typical Nigerian commuter already spends up to 40% of their income on transport. …

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Zulum releases 80 vehicles to ease the high cost of transportation in the State

On Tuesday, Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno released 80 vehicles to ease the high cost of transportation for farmers caused by the withdrawal of subsidy. A statement in Maiduguri by Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Mallam Isa Gusau, said the vehicle compressed 50 buses and 30 pick-up vans to convey farmers to their farms …

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FG, Lagos govt reopen Eko/Apogbon bridges after 15 months closure

Eko Bridge has been undergoing phased rehabilitation, but the contract for its comprehensive maintenance was awarded in February 2022 and is expected to extend to 2026. The Federal Government, with the support of the Lagos State Government, reopened Eko and Apongbon Bridges on Saturday evening, after repair works that had necessitated their closure in 2022. …

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