By Theodore Opara There was a burst of applause recently at the graduation ceremony organised by ABC Transport  PLC’s Driver Training Academy (DTA) in Owerri, when guests were informed that among those about to be certified professional truck drivers were three ladies, three doctors and a lawyer. The 136 heavy duty truck drivers were the […]

By Theodore Opara A growing wave of public outrage has erupted across the country as mounting evidence reveals widespread bribery among officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). Motorists and transport stakeholders allege that the culture of extortion at checkpoints is not only tarnishing the agency’s credibility but actively contributing to Nigeria’s alarming rate […]

By Theodore Opara The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has again suspended the Warri-Itakpe Train Service, the second time in three months. This was announced in a statement by the NRC management posted on the its X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday evening. The statement read, “The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) regrets to inform the general public […]

By Theodore Opara Leading relevant regulatory agencies have reaffirmed their readiness for the upcoming 2025 Nigerian Auto Industry Summit (NAISU), being organised by the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) in conjunction with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC). The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), NADDC and the National […]

By Theodore Opara A Brazzaville-based Nigerian mechanical engineer, Mr. Kayode Afolabi, has called on the Federal Government, industry stakeholders, and academic institutions to collaborate in addressing the challenges undermining the demand for locally assembled vehicles, particularly the unchecked influx of used and smuggled cars into the Nigerian market. Mr. Afolabi, an expert in automotive maintenance, […]

By Theodore Fastest growing auto brand in Nigeria, Jetour Nigeria, has boosted its model line up with the introduction of new models, among them the exquisite X50. The new compact SUV is raising the bar in its segment with array of innovations. Jetour X50, which is entering the Nigerian market for the first time, comes […]

By Theodore Opara Spiro, a pioneering Pan-African electric mobility company driving sustainable transportation across the continent, has been proudly selected for the prestigious 2025 Regional Platforms for Climate Projects (RPCP) Pipeline. The RPCP is an initiative under the leadership of the High-Level Champions, designed to mobilize capital for climate ventures and projects across developing countries […]

By Theodore Opara Nigeria has continued to witness a troubling rise in fatalities from road traffic crashes this year as recent data and tragic incidents show a deepening crisis on the nation’s highways. The first quarter of the year was marked by several tragic incidents. Nigerians wake up daily to disturbing reports of containers tragically […]

By Theodore Opara Coscharis Group has officially unveiled the ultra modern Geely Workshop in Ikeja, Lagos. The foremost automotive manufacturing company also announced its full takeover of the brand’s aftersales operations in Nigeria, ushering in a new era of customer service, technical support, and innovation for Geely vehicle owners. Speaking at the unveiling, the Executive […]

By Theodore Opara Mrs Aissatou Diouf, General Manager of Suzuki By CFAO has expressed delight over her recent “Distinguished Auto Personality Of The Year Award’” and the “Mini Bus Of The Year Award” given to the Suzuki Eeco at the last Nigeria Transport Lecture/Award held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. The female […]