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90% of trucks in Nigeria over 30 yrs – FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says 90 per cent of trucks in the country are over 30 years.
The FRSC Corps Marshal, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, disclosed this in an interactive session between the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), the FRSC and Haulage operators on Monday in Lagos.
Oyeyemi called for an improvement on the maintenance and standardization schemes for vehicles as most of them lacked safety measures like lighting, reflectors and other parts.
He stressed the need for an intervention from the Federal Government to ensure truckers had fleet renewal as vehicles that had been on the road for 30-years should be scrapped.
Oyeyemi pointed out that “due to the age of the trucks, they frequently breakdown on the road prolonging the days goods spend on the road before getting to its destination.”
“While coming to this place, I went through the third mainland bridge and I saw trucks lining up on the bridge going toward Apapa and this is not good.
“Bridges are not meant to carry fixed trucks and when we have such scenario, we are reducing the lifespan of the bridges.
“Also, there is decay in the vehicle inspection system in the country, most of the trucks are not road worthy and this poses serious threat to road users.
“When these trucks break down, the goods will not get to its destination as scheduled and this affects the end-users,” he said.
Oyeyemi added that as regards the Vehicle Transit Area (VTA) project, more stakeholders’ engagement are needed to produce results and it should not be by enforcement.
The Executive Secretary, NSC, Mr Hassan Bello, noted that the meeting was to deliberate on the way forward toward providing solutions to transport infrastructure deficit and other operational challenges to cargo movement.
Bello added that the corps marshal’s support of the council’s projects and activities had accelerated the achievements of major milestones in the development of critical infrastructure for trade facilitation.
He said to facilitate the development of critical transport infrastructure that supported trade and enforced standards, the council was promoting two major transport infrastructures, namely Inland Dry Ports and VTA project.
According to him, the NSC conceptualized the development of the Truck Transit Park, now VTA, to provide convenient rest areas for truckers.
Bello said that other road users would also benefit from the project as it would ensure safety of lives and cargoes.
“NSC also has the mandate to ensure efficient and effective service delivery is enforced across the transport chain.
“The partnership between the NSC and the FRSC has recorded reasonable landmarks, especially in traffic management and safety of cargo in transit,” he said.
The NSC boss added that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with the FRSC to set standards for truck owners and drivers for effective implementation.
He said the MoU was also to generate database on trucks, training, VTA implementation, public education and enlightenment and others.
Mr Nanbol Nanle, the Assistant Director, Inland Transport Service Department, NSC, noted that the VTA project would need a public-private partnership to thrive.
Nanle pointed out that the main objective of the project was to provide a place of rest for truck operators, and a measure of comfort for them to reduce fatigue and accidents on the roads.
He said that the facility would include mechanic workshops, hotels, health centre, police posts, fuel stations, warehousing, weighbridge, fire service, cave area, and others.
Some of the stakeholders that participated at the event include: the Association of Maritime Transport Owners, the Council of Maritime Truck Unions and Associations, Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria, and the Nigeria Association of Road Transport Owners.
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Winpart by CFAO Clinches Auto Aftersales Award, General Manager Honoured
Winpart by CFAO Clinches Auto Aftersales Award, General Manager Honoured
Winpart by CFAO has emerged as the Auto Aftersales Company of the Year, clinching the prestigious honour at the 12th Nigeria Transport Lecture and Awards in recognition of its outstanding contribution to Nigeria’s automotive aftersales industry through innovation, service excellence and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
The award was presented at a ceremony held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, where key stakeholders and decision-makers from Nigeria’s road, rail, maritime, aviation and logistics sectors gathered to celebrate excellence and discuss the future of the country’s transport industry.
The gathering featured distinguished personalities such as the National President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transportation (CILT), Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi; the General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki; and the Dean of the School of Transportation and Logistics, Professor Ogochukwu Ugboma, among other industry leaders.
In addition to the company’s recognition, the General Manager of Winpart by CFAO, Mr. Eric Fantodji, received the Auto Aftersales Personality of the Year Award in acknowledgment of his leadership and contribution to advancing quality standards and professional service delivery within the automotive aftersales space.
According to the company, the awards reflect Winpart and AutoFast dedication to providing motorists, fleet owners, and automotive professionals with access to genuine, high-quality spare parts, reliable technical support, and professional maintenance services through.
Reacting to the double honour, Mr. Fantodji expressed appreciation to the organisers and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to raising the bar in the industry.
“This recognition is a significant milestone for Winpart by CFAO and a strong validation of the effort, passion, and dedication our team invests every day in delivering premium automotive solutions to our customers.
“We remain committed to ensuring that Nigerian motorists and businesses have access to genuine spare parts, world-class technical expertise, and dependable aftersales services that enhance vehicle performance, safety, and reliability.
“These awards inspire us to continue innovating, expanding our reach, and strengthening our partnerships with global manufacturers, workshops, and customers. Our goal remains to be the preferred aftersales partner in Nigeria by continuously setting new benchmarks for quality, affordability, and professional service delivery,” he said.
Winpart by CFAO is Nigeria’s leading multi-brand automotive spare parts distributor, offering an extensive portfolio of globally recognised brands, including Bosch, Motul, Kavo, Valeo, CWorks, among others.
Through its comprehensive range of premium spare parts, batteries, and automotive solutions, the company continues to support the efficient performance and longevity of vehicles across the country.
Its AutoFast by CFAO network operates as a multi-brand quick repair and maintenance service provider in Lagos and Abuja.
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Senate Passes State Police Bill, Awaits Ratification by State Assemblies
Senate Passes State Police Bill, Awaits Ratification by State Assemblies
Nigeria moved closer to a decentralized policing system on Wednesday as the Senate passed the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, a landmark piece of legislation that could transform the country’s security architecture if it receives the required approval from state legislatures. The bill, which establishes a constitutional framework for the creation of State Police Services, is widely regarded as one of the most significant security reforms since Nigeria’s return to democratic rule in 1999.
If eventually endorsed by at least 24 State Houses of Assembly, the legislation will create a dual policing structure comprising a Federal Police Service and State Police Services, ending the long-standing monopoly of a centrally controlled police institution.
Under the proposed constitutional arrangement, states will have the authority to establish, fund and manage their own police organizations through legislation passed by their respective Houses of Assembly. However, no state police service will become operational until it satisfies nationally prescribed standards and receives certification confirming its readiness to function. Supporters of the reform argue that State Police in Nigeria will improve local intelligence gathering, strengthen community policing and enable faster responses to security threats such as kidnapping, banditry, terrorism, communal violence and other crimes that have stretched federal security agencies.
Despite granting states greater control over policing, the bill preserves substantial powers for the Federal Government. One of the most significant provisions allows the Federal Police Service to intervene in state policing operations whenever there is an actual or imminent breakdown of public order, a threat to national security, serious administrative failure or evidence that a state police organization is being used for political, ethnic, religious or sectional persecution. In such situations, the Federal Police Service may temporarily assume operational control of a state police command, subject to presidential authorization, Senate oversight and judicial review. The legislation also reserves exclusive responsibility for terrorism, cybercrime, organized crime, arms trafficking, border security and inter-state crimes for the Federal Police Service.
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A major departure from the existing structure is the appointment process for State Commissioners of Police. Under the bill, governors will appoint commissioners upon the recommendation of the National Police Council and subject to confirmation by their State Houses of Assembly. Removal from office will also require legislative approval. To prevent abuse, the bill expressly prohibits governors from directing police authorities to target political opponents, associations, ethnic groups or individuals for partisan purposes. State police officers are equally barred from enforcing laws in a discriminatory manner based on political, ethnic, religious or sectional considerations.
The legislation establishes State Police Service Commissions that will oversee recruitment, promotion, discipline and personnel management within state police organizations. It also proposes a restructured National Police Council to coordinate national policing policies, set minimum standards and promote cooperation between federal and state policing institutions. Speaking during debate on the bill, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele described the proposal as one of the most consequential constitutional reforms undertaken by the National Assembly in recent years. According to him, the legislation seeks to address the limitations of a highly centralized policing structure in tackling modern security threats.
The Senate’s consideration of the bill attracted high-profile observers, including Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila and several state attorneys-general. Their presence generated brief controversy as some senators opposed allowing non-members into the chamber during deliberations. The opposition was eventually resolved after Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senate Leader Bamidele reminded lawmakers that the amendment would require approval from state legislatures before becoming law. Bamidele told senators that the cooperation of state governments was essential to the success of the constitutional amendment process.
Although electronic voting devices were initially introduced for the exercise, lawmakers eventually adopted manual voting after concerns emerged that malfunctioning devices could disenfranchise some senators. The Senate subsequently conducted clause-by-clause voting through voice votes, standing votes and hand-raising procedures supervised by Senate President Akpabio. He assured lawmakers that a complete record of the proceedings would be preserved and made available for public scrutiny.
In addition to approving the State Police Bill, the Senate also passed the Police Trust Fund Bill, which is designed to strengthen funding mechanisms for policing and security operations across the country. Both bills must now secure concurrence from the House of Representatives before being transmitted to the State Houses of Assembly for ratification. For the constitutional amendment to take effect, at least two-thirds of Nigeria’s 36 state legislatures must approve it.
While the proposed reform has received support from many governors, security experts and stakeholders, concerns remain about the possibility of political interference in state-controlled police organizations. Senators Aminu Tambuwal and Enyinnaya Abaribe expressed support for the establishment of state police but emphasized the need for strong oversight mechanisms to prevent abuse. Nevertheless, the Senate’s approval represents the most significant progress in decades toward the creation of State Police in Nigeria, a reform many believe could reshape the country’s approach to security and law enforcement.
Senate Passes State Police Bill, Awaits Ratification by State Assemblies
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Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Ex-FUOYE VC as Ambassador
Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Ex-FUOYE VC as Ambassador
Former university administrator’s nomination forwarded to Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs for screening within one week
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally requested the Senate to confirm the appointment of Professor Abayomi Sunday-Fashina, immediate past Vice Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) , as a non-career ambassador/high commissioner-designate . The presidential communication was read during Wednesday’s plenary session by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who subsequently referred the nomination to the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs for screening and further legislative consideration .
President Tinubu’s request was contained in a letter transmitted to the upper legislative chamber, in which he noted that the nomination was made in line with constitutional provisions governing diplomatic appointments and urged lawmakers to consider the request expeditiously. “In accordance with the provisions of section 121, subsections 2, 3, and 4 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended, I am pleased to present for confirmation by the Senate the nomination of Professor Abayomi Sunday-Fashina as non-career ambassador/high commissioner-designate,” the letter reads. “Attached herewith is the nominee’s curriculum vitae. Whilst I hope that the Senate will consider and confirm the nominee expeditiously, please accept, distinguished Senate President and distinguished senators, the assurances of my highest consideration.”
After reviewing the letter, Akpabio submitted the nominee to the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs for review and future legislative action. The committee was tasked with conducting the requisite scrutiny of the nominee and submitting its report to the Senate within one week, clearing the way for a final confirmation vote by lawmakers. The nomination comes amid the Tinubu administration’s continuous attempts to expand Nigeria’s diplomatic corps, which includes the appointment of various career and non-career envoys to represent the country in critical overseas embassies.
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Professor Fashina served as Vice Chancellor of FUOYE from February 2021 to February 2026, completing a five-year tenure widely celebrated for its strategic reforms and institutional growth. Under his stewardship, the university expanded its academic footprint significantly, with the number of faculties increasing from eight to 18, while the student population grew from about 20,000 to over 60,000. His administration executed over 160 infrastructure projects, grew the university’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) by 310 per cent, and recorded gains in national demand and international visibility. He also documented his stewardship in a book titled ‘Holding the Rudder: My Years Steering FUOYE’, which chronicles his navigation of university administration between 2021 and 2026. Fashina, an erudite scholar and distinguished professor of soil science, previously served as Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences at Ekiti State University and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Admin) at FUOYE before assuming the VC role.
Under Nigeria’s constitution, ambassadorial nominees must be screened and confirmed by the Senate before taking office. The process usually includes an evaluation of their professional background, public service record, competence, and aptitude for diplomatic posts. Non-career ambassadors are typically chosen from outside the country’s professional foreign service, including academics, politics, public administration, commerce, and other fields where they have exhibited remarkable service and leadership. Fashina, an academic and administrator, is well-known in Nigeria’s higher education industry, and his nomination is expected to draw legislative scrutiny during the screening process, when senators would assess his qualifications and readiness to represent Nigeria’s interests abroad.
If confirmed, Fashina will join a growing number of ambassadorial appointees tasked with advancing Nigeria’s foreign policy goals, strengthening bilateral relations, and promoting the country’s economic and diplomatic interests in the international community. The Senate’s examination of the nomination is likely to be completed after the Foreign Affairs Committee sends its report to the chamber next week. Upon completion of the committee’s scrutiny and submission of its report, the full Senate will hold a confirmation vote on the nomination. If confirmed, Fashina will join Nigeria’s diplomatic corps, representing the country’s interests abroad and advancing Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives.
Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Ex-FUOYE VC as Ambassador
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