In a strategic shift towards smarter infrastructure and national efficiency, logistics stakeholders, urban planners, and technology experts have lauded the introduction of AI-Route Checker, a generally accessible revolutionary transport intelligence platform developed by global technology expert Bharadwaj Thuraka.
The platform is redefining how goods and people move across Nigeria’s road network, starting from Lagos, the country’s bustling commercial capital.
Designed to solve Nigeria’s long-standing issues with congestion, poor route planning, and inefficient fuel use, AI-Route Checker employs artificial intelligence and real-time data to optimise travel paths, manage transport disruptions, and support critical supply chain decisions.
From freight operators navigating the congestion around Apapa port to emergency responders in Anambra and manufacturing plants in Kaduna, users are embracing the platform’s promise of safer, faster, and more cost-effective mobility.
“Before now, route planning was a guessing game,” said Chukwudi Okeke, a textile dealership manager based in Lagos. “With the AI-Route Checker, we are saving hours daily and cutting fuel costs. It’s a complete game-changer for transport operators like us.”
The initiative comes at a time when public and private sectors alike are seeking sustainable ways to rethink road infrastructure, improve logistics, and enhance industrial productivity. According to logistics expert Ayodeji Ibrahim, “This is not just another routing app. It’s an infrastructure intelligence system that supports Nigeria’s economic ambitions by enabling data-driven transport decisions at scale.”
Built to respond to the dynamic challenges of Nigerian transport and logistics, the AI-Route Checker boasts a powerful route simulation engine, a dynamic visualisation dashboard, and a real-time recommendation system that ensures users, whether commercial transporters or government agencies, are always informed, always connected.
Enterprises using AI-Route Checker have already begun to see measurable improvements, including up to 20% faster deliveries due to optimised routing and real-time decision-making, alongside 15% savings on logistics costs through reduced fuel usage, minimised detours, and streamlined operations.
The platform’s environmental impact is also noteworthy, achieving 50% lower carbon emissions by cutting idle times and enhancing fuel efficiency. With over 10,000 routes optimised globally, AI-Route Checker is proving its scalability and reliability as a transformative tool for intelligent logistics planning.
Industry stakeholders describe the impact of the technology as “game-changing,” noting its potential to reduce traffic delays and support fleet operations. Amina Lawal, a Lagos-based fleet operator, commented, saying, “It has helped us cut delays and make faster, smarter delivery decisions.”
Commenting on the tool’s rollout, Bharadwaj Thuraka said, “Lagos is entering a bold new chapter of industrial growth. But to sustain it, we need smart systems that think ahead, reduce waste, and adapt in real time. That’s what AI-Route Checker delivers.”
The platform is already gaining traction across Nigeria’s major transit hubs and trade corridors, enhancing logistics visibility for companies moving goods through Apapa, Onitsha, and the Abuja-Kano expressway. By cutting down idle time, reducing carbon emissions, and minimising operating costs, it aligns strongly with Nigeria’s broader goals for economic diversification and infrastructure modernisation.
Beyond the commercial sector, emergency services and urban planners are finding the platform invaluable in navigating disaster zones, mapping evacuation routes, and monitoring real-time mobility conditions.
Experts say this type of innovation is what Nigeria needs to reclaim control of its logistics networks, reduce foreign dependency, and empower local industries. “This is the kind of solution that speaks directly to our national development goals,” said financial analyst Tunde Bamidele.
With AI-Route Checker already in use in countries like India, Nigeria’s adoption places it at the forefront of a new wave of AI-powered infrastructure solutions that promise to redefine how modern cities and nations function.
Thuraka’s continued collaboration with local agencies and institutions signals a long-term commitment to building Nigeria’s transport future, not just with concrete and asphalt, but with intelligence, efficiency, and innovation, one route simplification at a time.
