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2 days ago
Mikano Motors has hosted an unforgettable evening of automotive excellence and elegance at the Changan Festive Night ‘24.
Commuters board the Lagos Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) at Obalende bus station in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital, on October 14, 2022. AFP)
2 days ago
Stakeholders in the transportation sector convened at the sixth edition of the Lagos Transport Festival to discuss developments within the industry.
2 days ago
The Beer Sectoral Group (BSG) of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), and other stakeholders have urged road users to drive safely during the Yuletide period and beyond.
2 days ago
inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, has unveiled its 2024 travel statistics, highlighting the most popular and cost-efficient intercity routes connecting key cities across Nigeria.
The prosecution witnesses, two LASTMA officers, Adeoye Olayinka and Salam Olajide, gave vivid evidence in the ongoing trial of five drivers of Suzuki Mini Commercial (popularly known as korope) over the murder of Godwin Obasu.
2 days ago
As part of efforts to enhance traffic safety and emergency response mechanisms, the Lagos State Government has unveiled the rebranded Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) Special Traffic Mayor (STM) initiative.
25 Nov
In a groundbreaking step toward sustainable transportation and a cleaner environment, Francisco Motors Philippines has announced a strategic partnership with Nigerian entrepreneur and Honorary Consul of the Philippines in Lagos, Emmanuel Akpakwu, MFR. This collaboration will introduce electric vehicles (EVs) to Nigeria, with an aim to deliver clean, efficient, and affordable transportation options. Francisco Motors,…
22 Nov
Geely Auto International Corporation has named Coscharis Motors as its official retail partner in Nigeria as it returns to the market.
22 Nov
An automobile company, CIG Motors has received an order by Fidelity Bank Plc to supply 2000 Wuling Electric Vehicles.
22 Nov
Chairman of the House Committee on Industry, Enitan Dolapo-Badru, has blamed the high interest rates charged by deposit money banks for the disruption of the National Automotive Industry Development Plan 2013.
The Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE) said two persons died while four others sustained injuries in an accident along Ota-Idiroko road
22 Nov
Data by the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said the total number of road traffic crashes in Q2 2024 was 2,404, indicating a decrease of 9.69 per cent from the previous quarter (Q1), which recorded 2,662 and an 18.98 cent fall from 2,967 in Q2 2023.
15 Nov
The Federal Government is set to establish industrial parks to produce kits and other components currently being imported to convert vehicles to run on compressed natural gas (CNG).
15 Nov
Leading ride-hailing platform, Bolt has announced a significant commitment of €100 million over the next three years to bolster safety measures on its platform.
15 Nov
Carloha recently displayed Chery brands of vehicles at the just concluded 2024 Lagos International Trade Fair (LITF), held at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos with a commanding impression with its dazzling display of vehicles that captivated attendees.

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