Free WiFi services have finally been introduced at two of Nigeria’s busiest airports thanks to a collaboration between the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and MTN Nigeria, following years of passenger complaints about inadequate or nonexistent internet connectivity at Nigerian airports. The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja and […]
Mobility
The Lagos State Government has rolled out a three-month rebate programme allowing vehicle owners to replace worn or unreadable number plates at a reduced cost, as part of efforts to strengthen road safety and security across the state. The initiative, which received the approval of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, […]
Plans are underway to establish electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plants and related industrial ventures in Nigeria, following high-level engagements between Nigerian and Chinese officials. During a courtesy visit to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, revealed ongoing efforts to deepen […]
App-based transport workers in Lagos have announced a 24-hour protest scheduled for May Day, May 1st. The demonstration is being organized by the Lagos chapter of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), and will see drivers from major platforms like Uber, Bolt, Lagride, inDrive, and Rida switching […]
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to demolish the Mazamaza Bridge to accommodate the ongoing second phase of the Blue Line Rail project, which extends 14 kilometers from Mile 2 to Okokomaiko. Structural evaluations revealed that the existing bridge cannot support railway operations, prompting its replacement with a new […]
Nigeria’s rising transport fares cannot be attributed solely to the high cost of petrol. A recent report reveals that road taxes collected by state governments surged by 63% in 2023, highlighting their growing contribution to state revenues and the impact on overall transportation costs. Data from the National Bureau of […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) on Tuesday raised the retail price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, just weeks after a previous increase. This latest price adjustment has fueled concerns over potential inflation spikes and economic hardship. In Abuja, NNPC outlets raised the price per […]