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FG to buy N23.5bn vehicles for 174 MDAs in 2023

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4 years ago

October 24, 2022

The Federal Government plans to spend N23.57bn to buy new vehicles in 2023, according to the budget estimates for the fiscal year recently presented by President Muhammadu Buhari to the National Assembly.

Though it is not immediately clear the type of vehicles the FG’s ministries, departments and agencies will acquire, the budget proposal shows that 174 MDAs plan to spend the funds on assorted vehicles next year, a report by Daily Trust indicates.

It states that this is despite the allocation of N22.5bn to 212 government agencies for the same item in the current fiscal year, raising concerns over budgetary provision for critical infrastructure as the country grapples with dwindling revenue, rising debts and fiscal deficit year after year.

The Buhari administration planned to fund the N20.51tn 2023 budget with N9.73tn revenue and N8.80tn new borrowings, pushing the country’s debt profile to N71.64tn.

Nigeria’s outstanding debt as of June 2022 was N42.845tn ($103.312bn), according to the Debt Management Office.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) tops the list of the 20 big spenders with N2bn earmarked for the purchase of new vehicles in 2023.

The NDLEA is followed by State House headquarters with N1.9 billion; Nigerian Army, which plans to spend N1.2bn and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) with N946.5m proposed spending.

The Accident and Investigation Bureau budgets N736.5m for new vehicles; Defence Intelligence Agency, N663m; Community Health Practitioners Registration Board N616.3m followed by the Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning with N565.1m.

The National Primary Health Care Development Agency, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) will be spending N540 million, N497.4 million, and N485 million respectively on new vehicles.

Others are the National Counter Terrorism Centre, N413.2 million; the Ministry of Works and Housing, N376 million; Nigeria Correctional Service N348.4 million; the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal, N300 million and the University of Ilorin N300 million.

The Federal Polytechnic Damaturu will spend N290 million on new vehicles; followed by Federal Polytechnic Shendam, Plateau with N287.7 million, and Nigeria Meteorological Agency with N280 million; Nigeria Immigration Service and Ministry of Health budgeted N276 million and N273.2 million for the same item.

More than half of these big spending MDAs got a large chunk of the N22.5bn earmarked for the purchase of vehicles in the current 2022 fiscal year.

They are State House headquarters – N1.6 billion; Ministry of Works and Housing N720 million; Nigeria Correctional Service – N738.8 million; Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal – N250 million; Nigeria Immigration Service – N322.9 million and Ministry of Health N413.6 million.

Others are the NDLEA – N250 million; Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning – N261.5 million and Secretary to the Government of the Federation – N124.7 million; Nigerian Army – N101.7 million; and Accident and Investigation Bureau (trucks) – N75 million.

Other top vehicle spenders in 2022 are Federal Road Safety Commission – N1.7 billion; the Defence Headquarters – N340 million; the Defence Mission – N220.3 million; the Ministry of Interior – N200 million; Federal Fire Service – N220.4 million; and the National Institute for Security Studies – N279 million.

The Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority, Nigeria (OGFZA) budgeted N300 million for vehicles while the Ministry of Niger Delta Hqtrs, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital-Nnewi, and Mass Literacy Council are spending N300 million each on the same item.

The Federal Polytechnic Damaturu; National Social Investment Office; and Independent Corrupt Practices and Related Offences Commission also earmarked N408.2 million, N330.8 million, and N250 million respectively for vehicle purchase.

The Ministry of Women Affairs allocated N236 million for the same item; Federal Polytechnic, Monguno, Borno State – N209 million and Federal Polytechnic, Wannune, Benue State – N205 million.

Where are the vehicles?

There are concerns that while the FG spends billions to purchase new vehicles year after year, many of them are being diverted for private use or looted by government officials with little or no effort to recover them or prosecute those in charge.

In what has now become a common practice, senior government officials are said to take government vehicles away when they go on transfer or retirement.

In 2021, the Senate Public Accounts Committee queried the Ministry of Environment over 55 official vehicles that could not be accounted for.

The Office of Auditor-General for the Federation, in its audit report, said the 55 vehicles belonging to the ministry were not presented for inspection, and that all efforts to inspect them and confirm their availability proved abortive and their location could not be ascertained.

The report said, “We are aware that some officers take vehicles away when going on transfer or retirement. We also observed that the vehicle’s logbook has not been updated, making it difficult to track their movement and their record of maintenance.

“It is also noted that some official vehicles carry private number plates in place of government’s registered numbers.”

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Jetour Set to Storm Abuja Show with Rugged Luxury T2

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September 17, 2026

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Jetour Set to Storm Abuja Show with Rugged Luxury T2

Abuja is set for a taste of rugged luxury as Jetour Nigeria puts its adventure-ready T2 SUV in the spotlight at the Jetour Experience Abuja from September 22 to 24, 2026, giving motorists in the Federal Capital Territory and neighbouring states an opportunity to test its blend of off-road capability, premium comfort and advanced technology.

The three-day showcase at Maha Event Centre, Area 8, Garki, will feature test drives, live demonstrations and direct interaction with Jetour product specialists, offering prospective buyers a closer look at the T2 and other models in the automaker’s growing Nigerian line-up.

Positioned as a premium SUV combining off-road capability with comfort and advanced technology, the Jetour T2 is designed for motorists seeking a vehicle capable of handling both city driving and challenging terrain.

Jetour Nigeria is distributing the T2 and other models via its seven accredited dealers — Elizade Nigeria Limited, New Era AutoVehicle Services Limited, Germaine Auto Centre, Kojo Motors, Mandilas Autos, R.T. Briscoe Motors and Tab Autos Limited.

The T 2 SUV is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine producing 254 horsepower and 390 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and BorgWarner sixth-generation intelligent four-wheel-drive system.

It also features five driving modes — Eco, Sport, Mud, Rock and X Smart — designed to provide improved adaptability across different road and terrain conditions.

Measuring 4,758mm in length, 2,006mm in width and 1,880mm in height, the SUV offers 220mm ground clearance and a 70-litre fuel tank, giving it the capability for extended journeys and off-road adventures.

Inside the cabin, the T2 combines rugged styling with modern comfort, featuring ergonomic seating and a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and intelligent voice control.

Its safety and driver-assistance features include a 360-degree panoramic camera, rear parking sensors, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Detection, Anti-lock Braking System and Emergency Brake Assist.

The SUV also comes with off-road crawl control as well as push-button and remote-start functions.

The Abuja experience follows Jetour Nigeria’s recent showcase in Lagos as the automaker continues to expand its presence and customer reach across the country.

With its combination of performance, technology, safety and luxury, the Jetour T2 is expected to attract motorists seeking an SUV capable of combining everyday urban mobility with adventure and off-road driving.

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Jetour Targets Abuja Market with X70 PHEV as Nationwide Expansion Gathers Pace

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September 15, 2026

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Jetour Targets Abuja Market with X70 PHEV as Nationwide Expansion Gathers Pace

Jetour Nigeria is taking its hybrid SUV offensive to Abuja, with the X70 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) set to headline the three-day Jetour Experience from September 22 to 24 as the automaker accelerates its drive to expand its footprint and capture a larger share of Nigeria’s fast-evolving mobility market.

The Abuja showcase, coming on the heels of a strong Lagos edition that generated significant consumer interest, test drives and sales enquiries, is designed to bring Jetour’s latest technologies closer to customers in the Federal Capital Territory and neighbouring states.

The event at Maha Event Centre, Area 8, will give prospective buyers and auto enthusiasts the opportunity to test-drive the X70 PHEV and other Jetour models while interacting with product specialists and experiencing their technology, safety features, performance and comfort firsthand.

According to the company, expanding the showcase to the Federal Capital Territory was a direct response to rising demand from residents in Abuja and neighbouring states.

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X90 Plus Leads Jetour’s Abuja Drive for Bigger SUV Market Share

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September 13, 2026

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X90 Plus Leads Jetour’s Abuja Drive for Bigger SUV Market Share

Jetour Nigeria is taking its premium SUV battle to Abuja, with the seven-seater X90 Plus set to headline the Jetour Experience Abuja from September 22 to 24, as the automaker moves to capture a larger share of Nigeria’s fast-growing high-end family SUV market.

The three-day motoring showcase will give prospective buyers, families and auto enthusiasts in the Federal Capital Territory and neighbouring states an opportunity to experience the X90 Plus and other models in the Jetour range through test drives and hands-on demonstrations.

The Abuja showcase follows the success of the brand’s earlier Jetour Experience in Lagos, where strong customer interest, inquiries and sales momentum reportedly encouraged the company to take the initiative to the Federal Capital Territory.

Jetour Nigeria said growing demand from customers in Abuja and neighbouring states was a major factor behind the decision to expand the experience to the northern market.

Positioned as a full-sized family SUV, the X90 Plus is designed for executives and families seeking a combination of space, technology, performance and comfort without the price tag associated with some luxury SUVs.

The model is offered with 1.6-litre and 2.0-litre turbocharged engines paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The powertrain produces up to 254 horsepower and 390Nm of torque.

Inside the cabin, the X90 Plus features a 12.3-inch LCD touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, Sony premium audio system and wireless charging.

Its safety and driver-assistance features include a 360-degree panoramic camera, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and electronic stability systems.

Jetour’s growing profile in Nigeria has also earned the brand recognition from the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA), which named it Fastest Growing Auto Brand, while it was also recognised as Auto Brand of the Year at the Nigeria Transport Lecture.

To support its expanding customer base, Jetour Nigeria, the sole authorised distributor, operates through seven accredited dealer partners across the country: Elizade Nigeria Limited, Mandilas Autos, R.T. Briscoe Motors, Germaine Auto Centre, Kojo Motors, Tab Autos Limited and New Era Auto Vehicle Services Limited.

The Abuja Experience is expected to provide Jetour with another platform to engage potential customers and reinforce its position in Nigeria’s increasingly competitive SUV market.