Amid the escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, the Federal Government has intensified efforts to complete the emergency evacuation of Nigerian citizens currently stranded in both countries. This assurance was given by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, in a statement released on Thursday in Abuja by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
Abuja, Nigeria – June 18, 2025President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned the newly completed Mabushi Bus and Taxi Terminal in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), a landmark step in his administration’s commitment to enhancing urban transportation and infrastructure development. The state-of-the-art terminal, located in the Mabushi district of Abuja, is designed to serve as
Abuja, Nigeria | June 16, 2025 –Transportation and road safety experts have revealed that Nigeria loses over N800 billion annually to road traffic crashes, citing poor infrastructure, reckless driving, and weak enforcement of traffic regulations as major contributing factors. The disclosure was made during a national road safety conference held in Abuja, where stakeholders gathered
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | June 12, 2025 – The African Union Commission has extended its condolences to the Government and people of India following the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, which claimed at least 204 lives. In a statement released by the Information & Communication Directorate, the AU expressed profound sorrow for the
Ibadan, Nigeria – June 11, 2025 – In a renewed drive to streamline trade logistics and ease cargo movement across the country, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has embarked on a strategic inspection of the Ibadan Rail Terminal and the adjoining bonded warehouse facilities in Oyo State. The visit,
In a move to foster transparency and community participation, the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has commenced a series of engagements with stakeholders ahead of the construction of the Blue Line Depot at Okokomaiko, Lagos. The engagement, held recently, brought together residents, community leaders, property owners, and civil society representatives from the impacted areas.
LAGOS, June 5 — Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos has received three new train sets, totaling 12 coaches, to boost capacity and improve commuter experience on its flagship Blue Line Rail, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said on Wednesday. The delivery marks a key step in the state’s ongoing efforts to modernize its urban transit system and ease
As Nigerians prepare to mark the Eid celebrations, the Federal Government has announced the deployment of additional train services to enhance mobility and ease travel pressure for millions journeying to key cities, particularly Lagos and Kano. The Ministry of Transportation, in a statement released on Monday, confirmed that the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) will operate
The Lagos State Government has announced that enforcement of the electronic call-up (e-call up) system for trucks operating along the Lekki-Epe corridor will officially begin on June 16, 2025, as part of measures to curb persistent gridlock and enhance traffic management in the axis. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made this known in
Ibadan, May 22, 2025 – Key stakeholders from Nigeria’s South-West region have unveiled a comprehensive action plan aimed at addressing the region’s socio-economic challenges and accelerating development. The 262-page document, launched Thursday, emphasizes the urgent need for a robust multimodal transport system to enhance connectivity and boost regional integration. The initiative, spearheaded by the Association
