Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called on the Nigerian Navy to intensify surveillance of the nation’s waterways to tackle maritime crimes and protect economic activities in coastal communities. The governor made the call while receiving participants of the Naval Warfare Course 10 during their operational study tour of Akwa Ibom State. Represented…
Bayelsa State Government has announced plans to establish a waterways regulatory agency following the Supreme Court judgment affirming the state’s authority over activities conducted on its waterways. Governor Douye Diri disclosed this during the 189th meeting of the State Executive Council at the Government House, Yenagoa, where he said the move was aimed at regulating…
The Oyo State Government has impounded several vehicles and demolished illegal structures along the 32.2-kilometre Phase 1 stretch of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road over alleged unauthorised use of the newly constructed highway. The enforcement exercise was carried out by the state’s Specialised Task Force established to protect the infrastructure and prevent abuse of…
The Cross River State Government has commenced the deployment of 10 electric buses and 500 electric tricycles as part of efforts to reform the transport sector and reduce commuting costs for residents. Commissioner for Transportation, Pastor Ekpenyong Cobham, disclosed this during an interaction with journalists in Calabar, describing the initiative as a major component of…
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO) has strengthened its position in Nigeria’s aviation ground handling sector after securing contract extensions with major airlines, including Qatar Airways, Saudia Airlines and ASKY. The company also announced a new partnership with emerging African carrier FlyGabon, further expanding its portfolio of airline clients. In a statement, NAHCO said…
The Lagos State Taskforce has announced plans to commence the removal of illegal trading activities, structures and other environmental violations along the Alaba Rago axis of the Mile 2–Badagry Expressway. The enforcement exercise, being carried out in collaboration with relevant government agencies, is aimed at clearing street traders occupying highways, walkways, road medians and setbacks…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has said the resolution of the long-standing concession dispute involving the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) will improve investor confidence and attract more private sector participation in Nigeria’s aviation industry. FAAN Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Olubunmi Kuku, stated this during the African Air Transport Convention…
Access Bank has launched a vehicle financing initiative that will allow Nigerians to buy vehicles with as little as a 10 per cent deposit, while the bank finances up to 90 per cent of the vehicle’s value. The initiative is part of its vehicle asset financing programme aimed at expanding vehicle ownership and mobility services…
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has begun using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to improve runway safety by identifying potential risks and preventing aviation incidents before they occur. The agency has partnered with technology firm Palantir to deploy an AI platform known as Foundry, which analyses large volumes of aviation data to detect safety…
