The Bauchi State House of Assembly has called on the state government to urgently construct two rural roads spanning approximately 32 kilometres to improve transportation, boost agricultural and mining activities, and enhance access to essential services in affected communities. The lawmakers made the call during plenary following separate motions sponsored by members representing Duguri/Gwana and…
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that the main pavement of the first 105-kilometre section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is expected to be completed by November 2026. Umahi made this known on Tuesday while receiving the report of the Northwest leg of the Nationwide Federal Roads Project Tour conducted by the National…
A Nigerian vehicle accessories retailer, Carfanzy Accessories, has urged motorists to prioritise safety and vehicle compatibility when purchasing and installing car accessories, warning that poorly fitted products could interfere with essential safety systems and driver controls. The company gave the advice amid ongoing concerns over road safety in Nigeria, noting that accessories such as seat…
Carloha Nigeria, an assembler and distributor of Chery vehicles, has intensified efforts to promote electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Nigeria with the launch of the Chery Q, supported by a six-year warranty and a seven-day repair guarantee. The company announced that the new electric vehicle is now available nationwide, expanding the range of EV options…
Repeated accidents on Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway have renewed concerns over road safety, infrastructure management and the need for urgent preventive measures to avert further loss of lives. The latest incident occurred on September 16, 2026, when five vehicles, including a containerised truck, a loaded trailer, another truck and two cars, were involved…
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has charged frontline marshals to uphold discipline, integrity, emotional intelligence and professionalism in their interactions with road users. Mohammed gave the charge on Tuesday in Sokoto during a two-day capacity-building programme organised for frontline marshals under the RS10, Sokoto Sector Command. The Corps…
Nigeria has emerged as the fourth-largest aviation market in Africa, recording more than 18.8 million domestic and international passengers in 2025, representing an 11.9 per cent year-on-year increase. The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Olubunmi Onabanjo-Kuku, disclosed this on Tuesday while delivering her welcome address at the Airport Council…
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and SafetyAgency (NIMASA) has commenced a coordinated maritime enforcement operation, codenamed “Blue-Green,” across key operational areas in Lagos to strengthen regulatory compliance, enhance maritime security and improve revenue generation. The operation, conducted through the deployment of assets under the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure, popularly known as the Deep…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents that ongoing road projects across Abuja will be completed by December, describing the delivery as a Christmas gift from President Bola Tinubu. Wike gave the assurance on Tuesday in Abuja after inspecting construction work on three major road projects, including Arterial Road…
