The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has listed several federal road and bridge projects completed under President Bola Tinubu’s administration and awaiting commissioning across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. Umahi disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a press conference on the Federal Government’s four legacy road projects, ongoing interventions and completed infrastructure projects being executed…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has urged transport unions and operators across the state to desist from arbitrary increases in transport fares, warning that the practice places additional financial burdens on residents. Abiodun made the appeal on Thursday at Ake, Abeokuta, during an event where nine transport unions under the aegis of the Transport Unions…
The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered buses at Nigerian airports as part of efforts to promote cleaner, more affordable and sustainable transportation. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this after a meeting with the founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Innoson Group and Innoson…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has taken delivery of two ambulifts for deployment at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, to improve accessibility and facilitate the movement of passengers with reduced mobility. The authority disclosed this in a statement published on its official X handle on Thursday, October 8, 2026, noting that the…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced plans to temporarily close the runway at Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, for about 25 days to allow for essential repairs and resurfacing works. The closure is tentatively scheduled to begin on October 20, 2026, subject to final confirmation, according to a statement issued by…
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, have agreed to strengthen collaboration between Nigeria’s civil and military aviation authorities following the recent Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft accident in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The agreement was reached during a meeting between the two officials…
Residents of Ode Omi, a riverine community in Ogun State, have commended President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun for their efforts towards the development of the Gateway Deep Sea Port in Ogun Waterside. The community described the project as a major infrastructure initiative capable of transforming the socio-economic fortunes of the area, while strengthening…
Residents of Oke Sefu, a rural community in the Ibafo area of Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, have appealed to the state government to rehabilitate their deteriorating access road, saying its condition has disrupted transportation and economic activities. The residents, including business owners and commercial motorcycle operators, said the road had become…
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has inaugurated the reconstruction of the 41-kilometre Bisichi–Fan–Mangu Halle Road, with the project expected to improve connectivity, enhance road safety and stimulate economic activities across communities along the corridor. Mutfwang, who performed the flag-off ceremony, said the project was part of his administration’s commitment to expanding infrastructure and improving the…
Residents of Alahun Osunba Estate in Maza Maza, Oriade Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, have appealed to the state government to accelerate the reconstruction of the estate’s access road and address the deteriorating infrastructure in the community. The residents said the deplorable condition of the road had persisted for several years, making movement…
