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The federal government has called on the state governments and the private sector to actively participate in efforts to improve railway services across the country. By Desmond Ejibas The federal government has called on the state governments and the private sector to actively participate in efforts to improve railway services across the country. Dr. Kayode …

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The federal government has launched the “BisonFly Project,” a new initiative aimed at reducing the cost of air travel within the federal civil service through a centralised, technology-driven discount programme.Inaugurating the project team at the Federal Ministry of Finance headquarters in Abuja, the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Wale Edun, described …

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LAGOS— Mr. Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has said that the aviation industry in Nigeria was key to the success of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA) initiative, established by the African Union (AU). The initiative aimed to create a single market for goods and services across the African continent …

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Road Safety Once upon a time, I met Chris Kehinde Nwandu (CKN), an ardent supporter of Arsenal. CKN was a die-hard fan. But he thought he had Odi-eshi (invincibility, untouchable) from Obowo and refused my counsel to get a nurse and a medic whenever Arsenal was playing. That was during Arsenal’s season of one win, …

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The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the air transport ecosystem is gaining global traction, requiring the industry to invest over $3.9 trillion in digital tech by 2027, propelled by the anticipated demand for 674,000 new pilots, 716,000 maintenance techs, and 980,000 cabin crew by 2044. Besides airlines requiring technical personnel, airport authorities, air …

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More and better road safety data is key to addressing the road safety crisis on Africa’s roads, and has been highlighted in several United Nations (UN), African Union (AU) and other multilateral resolutions. UN resolution A/72/359 specifically recognises the importance of capacity building in this field.In Africa, an African Road Safety Observatory has been created, …

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The best cars for Nigerian roads have unique features that make driving more comfortable. Not every road or highway in the country is in good condition, hence, it is important to consider a car that would be durable and can withstand bad roads. Here are the best cars for Nigerian roads, as listed by Carmart: …

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SITA, the global leader in air transport technology, has announced the closure of the acquisition of CCM, headquartered in Milan, Italy, a world-renowned expert and leader in the design, production, and creation of airport interiors. This strategic move aims to redefine how airports function by seamlessly blending technology and interior design to create future-ready spaces. …

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Chinese construction giant China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) has launched its self-operated rail freight service connecting Lagos to Ibadan. The company flagged off the service in late March, marking “the official commencement of commercial freight operations,” wrote John Zhao, chief representative and executive director of CCECC, on X. Utilising a cross-border rail transport model, …

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Traditional ride-hailing platforms often dictate pricing through fixed estimates and surge pricing, leaving both drivers and riders with little control. inDrive is changing the game with a unique model that puts power back into the hands of users. By allowing drivers to set their own fares and allowing riders to negotiate, inDrive ensures fairness, transparency, …

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