Category: Transportation
BREAKING: Umahi Reopens Independence Bridge in Lagos, Vows Permanent Repairs Within Weeks
The Federal Ministry of Works has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos after a two-day closure for emergency maintenance, which triggered severe traffic gridlock and public outrage across the city. Minister of Works David Umahi announced the reopening during an inspection visit on Friday, pledging that comprehensive rehabilitation of the critical infrastructure would begin within…
Lagos Stands Firm on Independence Bridge Closure Despite Federal Directive
Lagos, Nigeria – Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has defended the continued closure of the Independence Bridge for critical repairs, overriding a federal directive to reopen the vital link, as commuters endure unprecedented gridlock across the metropolis. Safety Over Convenience During an inspection tour Thursday with Federal Works Ministry officials, Sanwo-Olu revealed alarming structural deficiencies…
Heathrow Airport Shuts Down Amid Major Power Outage from Nearby Fire, Affecting Over 1,300 Flights
London’s Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest travel hubs, has been forced to shut down completely following a major power outage caused by a large fire nearby. The closure has disrupted over 1,300 flights, affecting an estimated 145,000 passengers and causing widespread travel chaos across Europe, North America, and beyond. Heathrow authorities have advised…
Otedola Bridge Fire: Lagos to Enforce ‘No Truck’ Policy, Inspect Roadworthiness
The Lagos State government has vowed to enforce a strict “no truck” policy across the state following a devastating gas truck explosion under the Otedola Bridge on Tuesday night. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, announced this after leading a team from the ministry to assess the accident scene. He emphasized that the truck…
Ogun to Release 100 CNG Buses, Sets Up Committee on Transport Fares – Abiodun
The Ogun State Government, under the leadership of Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans to roll out 100 brand new 18-seater Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to support transporters in the state. This move is part of efforts to mitigate the impact of recent fuel price increases and ensure more affordable transportation for residents….
Kwara Governor Introduces Free Bus Service to Ease Transportation Amid Rising Fuel Prices
Ilorin, Kwara State – In response to the recent surge in fuel prices, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has directed the immediate deployment of free buses across various parts of the state capital to ease the transportation burden on commuters. Announcing the initiative on Thursday, the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, stated that the…
President Tinubu Visits China Railway Construction Corporation, Reaffirms Commitment to Ibadan-Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Railway Segments
On Monday in Beijing, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited the China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC), where he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the completion of the Ibadan-Abuja-Kaduna-Kano railway segments. The President recognized CRCC as a reliable partner in Nigeria’s infrastructure development and praised the company’s ongoing railway projects in the country. During the visit, President…