Day: 13 May 2025

ABUJA— The transportation landscape in Ni­geria’s Federal Capital Territory is ex­periencing a significant shift, as taxis powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) now offer fares up to 40% lower under a new initiative aimed at reduc­ing commuting costs and promoting cleaner energy. This development comes as a key milestone in the rollout of the Presi­dential …

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The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) recently announced a 72-hour suspension of operations along the Warri-Itakpe rail corridor following a major engine failure that left passengers stranded in a remote, dangerously forested area in Kogi State. The NRC management admitted to multiple technical shortcomings, including the breakdown of the main train engine and a failed emergency …

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Nearly three decades have passed since the Abuja Rail Mass Transit, popularly known as the Abuja Light Rail, was first conceived under the administration of the late General Sani Abacha. Designed to position Abuja as Nigeria’s first city with a rapid transit rail network, the project has faced decades of delays and limited execution. Today, …

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In a bold step to modernize Nigeria’s busiest airport, the federal government is set to carry out a complete reconstruction of the old terminal at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The planned overhaul aims to boost the terminal’s capacity from 3 million to 20 million passengers annually, positioning it for future aviation demands. …

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The African Cycling Foundation (ACF) and Gabriel Rotimi Aroge Empowerment Foundation have called on government authorities and communities in Lagos State to prioritise safer streets, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists. Speaking at an event held recently in Epe to commemorate the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week, in partnership with the Gabriel Rotimi Aroge (GRA) …

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