Following reports making the rounds that a train that departed Abuja for Kaduna had derailed leaving Passengers stranded,the NRC says it was a mechanical fault otherwise known as loco malfunction. According to Mr Paschal Nnoli,Station manager, the operations manager said another locomotive had been dispatched to convey the passengers to Abuja. "Loco had some issues… Continue reading NRC Debunks Claim of Train Derailment at Jere_Ada Nkong
Category: Transportation
Commisioning of Lagos-Ibadan Rail January Sacrosanct- Amaechi_AdaNkong
The Minister of Transportation, has tasked APM Terminal operators to cooperate with China Civil Engineering Construction Company (CCECC) to expedite the completion of the Ebute meta - Apapa extension of the Lagos -Ibadan rail to meet the January 2021 Deadline. Amaechi who spoke during the monthly inspection of the project asked APM Terminals to allow… Continue reading Commisioning of Lagos-Ibadan Rail January Sacrosanct- Amaechi_AdaNkong
Amaechi Vows to End Apapa Gridlock in One Week _Ada Nkong
Hon Minister of Transportation inspects Tincan in the company of Perm Sec FMOT,others The Minister of Transportation Rt. Hon Rotimi Amaechi, has assured Nigerians and Motorists plying the Tin can Island Port (TCIP) , that the heavy vehicular gridlock which has been an impediment to Movement of goods and services in and out of the… Continue reading Amaechi Vows to End Apapa Gridlock in One Week _Ada Nkong
Amaechi Apologizes to Nigerians for Hitches on Abuja-Kaduna Rail_Ada Nkong
The Minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has apologized to Nigerians for the disruptions experienced in some train services on the Abuja- Kaduna rail due to technical issues with some of the coaches.The Minister made this known after his monthly inspection of the Lagos-Ibadan rail project.According to the Minister, the breakdown is worrisome because the coaches… Continue reading Amaechi Apologizes to Nigerians for Hitches on Abuja-Kaduna Rail_Ada Nkong
FG Gives Lekki Deep Sea Port Concessionaire 2022 DeadLine _Ada Nkong
Minister of Transportation, Rt Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has given the concessionaire for the Lekki deep seaport to ensure completion in 2022. A statement by Eric Ojiekwe, Director Press ,Ministry of transportation, says Amaechi gave the directive during an inspection tour of the facility to ascertain the level of work done so far. The Lekki… Continue reading FG Gives Lekki Deep Sea Port Concessionaire 2022 DeadLine _Ada Nkong
2021 Budget Proposal: Amaechi Pledges to provide Efficient Alternative Means of Transportation_Ada Nkong
The Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, says the aims and objectives of it's 2021 budget is to make significant progress on all ongoing projects, to complete as well as deliver modern railway services that will provide efficient and cost effective alternative transport system that will engender economic growth and create job opportunities for… Continue reading 2021 Budget Proposal: Amaechi Pledges to provide Efficient Alternative Means of Transportation_Ada Nkong
Infrastructure ,Economic Development Key to Crime Reduction-Amaechi _Ada Nkong
Infrastructure and economic development has been identified as key to reducing crime and aiding better functionality of security agencies in Nigeria. Minister of Transportation , Rotimi Amaechi stated this when he delivered a lecture to participants of National Defence College Course 29 in Abuja, Friday. A statement by Mr Eric Ojiekwe ,Director press and public… Continue reading Infrastructure ,Economic Development Key to Crime Reduction-Amaechi _Ada Nkong
Prioritize Safety of Communities on Rail Corridor- Amaechi _Ada Nkong
To prevent accidents along the Lagos-Ibadan rail corridor and protect residents of communities along the rail line, the Minister of transportation Rotimi Amaechi has emphasized the need for synergy between the States and Federal government in provision of level crossings. Speaking after the monthly inspection tour of the Lagos Ibadan rail project, the Minister said… Continue reading Prioritize Safety of Communities on Rail Corridor- Amaechi _Ada Nkong
NRC to Commence E-Ticketing November_Ada Nkong
The Nigerian Railway CCorporation (NRC) says the first set of people will be able to buy train tickets online by November. The just reappointed MD NRC ,Engr Fidet Okhiria made this known during an unscheduled visit to the Idu train station Thursday. Okhiria said plans are on to ensure the e- ticketing becomes operational as… Continue reading NRC to Commence E-Ticketing November_Ada Nkong
