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Agbede unveils programme, incentives for NURTW members

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August 31, 2023

AGBEDE unveils programme, incentives for NURTW members

The newly inaugurated President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers( NURTW), Alhaji Tajudeen Agbede, has unveiled programmes and projects that his administration would be pursing in its first 100 days in office for the members and staff of the union nationwide.

He spoke in Abuja on Thursday while addressing members of the Central Working Committee (CWC).

The union’s CWC is made up of state council chairmen and secretaries from all the 36 states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), all the six zonal chairmen and secretary

Addressing the members, Agbede stated that new administration under his leadership will operate and open door policy where all members will be carried along

He explained that his team would hit the ground running with series of programmes to improve the welfare of members and workers.

“As tradition, there are certain tasks we plan to achieve in our first 100 days in office and by the special grace of God, we shall accomplish them.”

Firstly, the new leadership will try to restore hope among our members and the system. Presently, the spirit of our people are down; we need to come up with programmes that will lift up their spirits.

Secondly, the new leadership will work with major stakeholders to make sure that all the state councils in the south West return to NURTW fold.

Already, we have started the process; and very soon, Oyo, Ogun,Osun, Ondo and Lagos state councils will return to us. Baruwa destroyed the union in the South West because of his selfish interest.

“Thirdly, you will all agree with me that this is a very difficult period for our line of business (transportation) because of fuel subsidy removal policy. So, to reduce the burden on our members, the NURTW will work with the Federal Government to make sure that all the palliatives for transporters are channelled through our union and our members will be major beneficiaries.”
For members of staff, Agbede said that the union under his leadership would give workers’ welfare a priority.

“All the goodies and benefits previously being enjoyed by members under the administration of Alhaji Najeem Yasin will re-introduced,” he added.

To the union elders, he assured them that their labour and sweat would not be in vain as the union planned to put machinery in place to boost their wellbeing.

He used the opportunity to appeal to the former President, Alhaji Tajudeen Baruwa, to forward his handover note and render account of his stewardship.

He also implored all the senior officers to return all the union property such as vehicles, cash and other materials to the national headquarters to avoid embarrassment, as the new leadership would use every legitimate means to recover all union’s property carted away.

Members from various states pledged their support to the new NURTW under Agbede.

Earlier, the Acting General secretary welcomed every body and assured them that the national headquarters would operate an open door policy.

He said they should disregard any information that did not emanate from the headquarters of the union.

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NADDC Pushes Affordable Auto Loans to Boost Vehicle Ownership, More Jobs

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September 21, 2026

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NADDC Pushes Affordable Auto Loans to Boost Vehicle Ownership, More Job

The National Automotive Design and Development Council has called for far-reaching reforms in vehicle financing to make car ownership more affordable while boosting local vehicle assembly, job creation and industrial development.

The Council said a properly structured financing system could turn vehicle credit from a mere consumer lending product into a major economic tool for expanding productive mobility and strengthening Nigeria’s automotive value chain.

Director-General of NADDC, Otunba Joseph Oluwemimo Osanipin, stated this in an address delivered on his behalf by the Council’s Principal Information Officer, Tanko Kyumnom, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Auto Sectoral Group Symposium in Lagos.

The symposium, held on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Henry Fajemirokun Hall of LCCI, was themed: “From Subsidy to Credit: Can Vehicle Financing Replace Fuel Subsidy as Nigeria’s Mobility Equaliser?”
Osanipin said the growing cost of mobility had made it necessary to explore financing models that would enable individuals, businesses and transport operators to acquire vehicles without bearing the full cost of ownership upfront.

According to him, spreading vehicle payments over an agreed period could provide a more sustainable pathway to vehicle acquisition, provided that the financing products are affordable, accessible and structured around the economic realities of Nigerian consumers.

He, however, cautioned that simply making credit available would not be enough.
“Vehicle financing offers a more sustainable approach by enabling individuals, businesses and transport operators to acquire vehicles and pay for them over time,” Osanipin stated.
The NADDC DG said the bigger opportunity lies in linking vehicle financing with the growth of locally assembled and Nigerian-made vehicles.

He explained that increased access to credit for locally produced vehicles could generate wider economic benefits by stimulating demand for domestic assembly, supporting component manufacturers, creating jobs and strengthening local supply chains.

Osanipin therefore urged stronger collaboration among government institutions, financial institutions, vehicle manufacturers and other stakeholders in designing financing schemes capable of supporting both mobility access and automotive industrialisation.

The NADDC boss identified affordable vehicle loans, leasing arrangements, fleet financing, credit guarantees and appropriate interest-rate support as mechanisms that could broaden access to vehicle ownership and productive mobility.

lt also stressed the need for repayment structures that take into account the earning patterns and business realities of Nigerians, particularly transport operators and small businesses whose vehicles are directly linked to their income-generating activities.

Osanipin maintained that the objective should extend beyond increasing the number of vehicles on Nigerian roads.
“The goal is not simply to put more vehicles on Nigerian roads. It is to ensure that Nigerians can access productive mobility without placing an unsustainable burden on government finances or household incomes,” he said.

According to him, a properly structured automotive financing system could create a stronger connection between mobility, economic inclusion and domestic vehicle production.

“With the right policies and partnerships, vehicle financing can become a powerful instrument for mobility, economic inclusion and automotive industrial development,” Osanipin added.

The NADDC’s position places vehicle financing within the broader effort to build a sustainable automotive ecosystem in Nigeria—one in which access to credit supports vehicle users while also creating stronger demand for local assembly, components and associated automotive services.

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Jetour T1 Storms Abuja as Automaker Accelerates Nigeria Expansion

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September 21, 2026

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Jetour T1 Set to debut in Abuja as Expansion Gains Momentum

Following a successful debut in Lagos, Jetour Nigeria will host the Jetour Experience Abuja from September 22 to 24, 2026, positioning its all-new T1 model as a major competitor in the country’s growing adventure SUV market.

The three-day event in the Federal Capital Territory will give prospective buyers and motoring enthusiasts direct access to product demonstrations, expert-led technical sessions, and hands-on test drives.

“Strong participation, extensive test drives, and significant sales enquiries at the Lagos edition, coupled with growing demand from Abuja residents, influenced the decision to bring the experience to the nation’s capital,” the company said in a statement. The show holds at Maha Event Centre, Area 8, Garki.

To support its growing national footprint, Jetour Nigeria has established a network of seven accredited dealers: Elizade Nigeria Limited, New Era AutoVehicle Services Limited, Kojo Motors, Germaine Auto Centre, Tab Autos Limited, R.T. Briscoe Motors, and Mandilas Autos. The partnerships cover retail sales, genuine spare parts supply, and comprehensive after-sales maintenance.

Jetour T1 Set to debut in Abuja as Expansion Gains Momentum

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Abuja Demand Rises as Jetour Brings X70 Plus Experience to FCT

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September 20, 2026

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Abuja Demand Rises as Jetour Brings X70 Plus Experience to FCT

Jetour Nigeria is taking its seven-seater X70 Plus SUV to Abuja as rising interest from motorists in the Federal Capital Territory and neighbouring states fuels the brand’s latest push to deepen its presence across Nigeria.

The X70 Plus will headline the Jetour Experience Abuja, holding from September 22 to 24 at Maha Event Centre, Area 8, Garki, following the strong response recorded during the Lagos edition, where motorists turned out for test drives and made enquiries about Jetour models.

The Abuja activation is designed to give prospective buyers direct access to the X70 Plus and other models, with opportunities to test-drive the vehicles, engage product specialists and experience their technology, safety and comfort features.

The X70 Plus is positioned as a family-oriented SUV, offering seven-seat capacity and a range of features targeted at customers seeking comfort, technology and practicality.

The SUV is available with 1.5-litre and 1.6-litre turbocharged engine options, with outputs of up to 145kW and 290Nm of torque, paired with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.