Transportation

Transportation Minister Taxes NRC on Railway Reforms

By Ada Nkong In a bid to increase efficiency, the  Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali, has directed the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to intensify reforms across the nation’s rail network . A statement by Umar Alkali JibrilSpecial Assistant on Media and Publicity to Minister of Transportation says this follows recent public feedback, pointing to… Continue reading Transportation Minister Taxes NRC on Railway Reforms

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Abuja -Kaduna Train Derailment: FG Constitutes Committee

By Ada Nkong Following a train derailment which occurred Tuesday 26th August, 2025 at Jerre, while proceeding from Abuja-Kaduna,the Minister of Transportation Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali has  directed that a committee of all stakeholders be constituted to investigate the immediate and remote causes of the acciden. The committee is also expected to make recommendations on… Continue reading Abuja -Kaduna Train Derailment: FG Constitutes Committee

Transportation

Transport Minister Seeks Deeper Collaboration With China for Rail Power, Security Infrastructure

By Ada Nkong Minister Of Transportation, Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali has called on Chinese and foreign investors to invest in Nigeria's railway infrastructure such as the power supply schemes, integrated security solutions, and real-time monitoring systems to secure the corridors and ensure reliable service delivery. Speaking at the 16th International Infrastructure Investment And Construction Forum… Continue reading Transport Minister Seeks Deeper Collaboration With China for Rail Power, Security Infrastructure

Transportation

Unbundling Rail Sector: Governors Indicate Interest

The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali has disclosed that a lot of governors are  investing in the rail sector, from Lagos to Plateau, and even that of Kaduna, he noted that they have all indicated their interest in expanding railways in their states. The Minister made this known Friday while on an inspection… Continue reading Unbundling Rail Sector: Governors Indicate Interest