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UK government considers lowering electric vehicle sales mandates following industry lobbying
The UK government is reviewing its ambitious electric vehicle sales targets after industry leaders raised concerns regarding the financial feasibility and economic impact of current mandates.
Lagos Water Transport Sees 6.7 Percent Rise in Passenger Numbers
Lagos waterways saw a 6.7 percent increase in passenger traffic during the first half of 2026, with officials projecting five million total riders by year-end.
Dangote Cement and FRSC deepen road safety collaboration in Ogun State
Dangote Cement's Ibese Plant and the Ogun State FRSC have renewed their partnership to improve road safety standards through joint advocacy and the proposed establishment of a Special Marshal Unit.
Finland and Sweden resume cross-border rail service for the first time in decades
A newly launched passenger train service has re-established a rail link between Finland and Sweden, bridging a gap that had existed for nearly four decades.
Bus collision in Niger results in 22 fatalities, including 17 soldiers
A head-on bus collision in southern Niger has left 22 people dead, including 17 soldiers, and 37 others injured.
Uncertainty and Peril: The Daily Struggle on the Benin-Warri Highway
Motorists and residents along the Benin-Sapele-Warri road face daily peril and economic loss due to chronic infrastructure decay and failed government interventions.
Redemption within the Commuter Bus
Stephanie Shaakaa explores how the focus on minor regulatory issues, like preaching on buses, highlights a government's tendency to prioritize symbolic gestures over solving systemic national crises.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Work Has Expanded Past Epe, Says Minister Umahi
Minister of Works Dave Umahi refutes claims that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project is stalled, asserting that construction is actively advancing across five states.
Wike Prohibits Okada and Keke Napep from Abuja City Center over Security Concerns
Minister Nyesom Wike has restricted Okada and Keke Napep operations in Abuja's city center, citing significant security risks and public nuisance as the primary reasons.
Railcard discount expanded to include 18-year-olds
Government officials have updated railcard rules to allow 18-year-olds to continue using the 16-17 Saver card, providing a 50% discount on most train fares.