Day: 3 October 2023

NASS, NIWA move to boost water transportation

In a move to transform Nigeria’s water transportation system, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and the National Assembly, have joined forces to chart a new course for ferry transportation. Vanguard reports that the move aims to boost efficiency, accessibility, and safety in the country’s waterways, promoting a shift toward greener transportation options and alleviate …

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FG to prioritize inland dredging of waterways for transportation

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has disclosed plans to utilize Nigerian inland waterways for transportation. Speaking in Abuja while resuming office at the newly created ministry, Oyetola stated that “we must come up with practicable ways of ensuring that our inland rivers, lakes, and waterways are well utilized, both in …

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Clean transportation: UN Global Compact Network recognises Oando’s efforts

The United Nations (UN) Global Compact Network Nigeria has recognized Oando Plc for its efforts in driving clean and efficient transportation solutions. Transportation has been identified as a key contributing sector globally to annual carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, accounting for close to a third of emissions. In Nigeria, transportation contributes a higher proportion of approximately …

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Gov Nwifuru approves N13bn for airport runway rehabilitation

Ebonyi State Government, on Tuesday, said it has approved over thirteen billion naira for the immediate rehabilitation of the Chuba Okadigbo’s International Airport runway, Onueke Ezza South LGA. Recall that, the rehabilitation of the Chuba Okadigbo’s airport runway, has taken place barely three months that it was constructed and commissioned by the former governor, David …

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