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Persistent Tanker Congestion in Lagos: The Apapa Infrastructure Crisis
Chronic traffic congestion in Apapa caused by fuel tankers reveals structural failures in Nigeria's logistics, including reliance on road transport and a lack of proper holding facilities.
Chaos on Oshodi-Apapa Expressway as Coordination Fails
A total standstill on the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway caused massive disruption for thousands of commuters due to a breakdown in coordination between security agencies and tank farm operators.
APM Terminals Nigeria Advocates for Seaports as Hubs for Sustainable Transport
APM Terminals Nigeria advocates for making seaports the foundation of a sustainable national transport network, citing modernization and electrification as key to future growth.
Obio/Akpor Council Prohibits Commercial Motorcycling Effective August 1
Starting August 1, the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area will enforce a ban on commercial motorcycle taxis to improve security and road safety, with specific exemptions for logistics and emergency services.
Nigerian Railway Corporation pauses Kajola-Apapa route for maintenance
The NRC will suspend its Kajola-Apapa passenger train operations from July 6 to July 27 to conduct essential maintenance on locomotives and coaches.
Etsu Kwali Praises Tinubu and Wike for New Gomani-Dafa-Yangoji Road
The Etsu Kwali, Luka Nizassan III, has hailed the completion of the Gomani-Dafa-Yangoji road, citing its role in boosting local security, economic productivity, and agricultural transport.
Lagos State Secures Permanent Operating Licence for Red Line Rail from NRC
The Nigerian Railway Corporation has issued a permanent operating licence to the Lagos State Government for the Red Line rail, ending the agency's century-long operational monopoly.
Shetland Islands Council Expected to Approve £1.5bn Subsea Tunnel Network
Shetland Islands Council is moving forward with a £1.5bn proposal to build subsea tunnels connecting its islands, aiming to replace outdated, costly ferry services and boost local economic development.
Domestic Flight Costs Jump Over 20 Percent in May
New data from the National Bureau of Statistics shows that domestic airfares increased by 20.8 percent in May 2026, alongside sharp price hikes across bus, motorcycle, and water transport sectors.
Kiekie Appointed as Chief Wahala Officer for inDrive
inDrive has selected media personality Kiekie as its Chief Wahala Officer to highlight and address the daily transportation challenges faced by commuters in Lagos.