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minister of transportation

September 1, 2025

Damaged Abuja-Kaduna rail tracks will be fixed in 10 days: Minister

Some portions of the rail tracks and coaches were destroyed last Tuesday after a Kaduna-bound train derailed at Asham Station.

Railway sleepers used to illustrate the story
September 1, 2025

Abuja-Kaduna Train Derailment: Minister says investigations ongoing

Minister of Transportation, Saidu Alkali, says investigations on the recent Abuja-Kaduna train derailment are ongoing.

A derailed NRC train
November 29, 2024

Trade expo will promote industrialisation, modernisation in Africa: China

Chinese ambassador to Nigeria Yu Dunhai said the China-Africa trade expo would ensure industrialisation and agricultural mechanisation across Africa.

Chinese ambassador to Nigeria Yu Dunhai
November 28, 2024

90% of road accidents caused by human factors: Minister

The minister urged the FRSC personnel to collaborate with the police to ensure a unified approach to road safety.

Accident used to illustrate the story(Credit: Okay.ng)
October 31, 2024

FG to establish standardised animal transportation system in Nigeria: Minister

The minister said the transportation of livestock is a logistical challenge and a critical enabler for the growth and development of Nigeria’s agricultural sector.

Said Alkali
February 17, 2024

Nigeria targets environmentally friendly transport system: Minister

The minister said an efficient transportation system was a win to every endeavour of human life.

Sen. Sa’idu Alkali
January 10, 2024

FG completes 63-kilometre Port Harcourt-Aba railway project: Official

He said train services would commence in a few months as soon as the finishing touches are completed on the tracks.

The Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) Headquarters
December 20, 2023

Transportation minister advises Gombe lawmakers to partner  executive for good governance

“Good governance through effective budget process will enhance quality budget legislation.’’

Said Alkali
November 9, 2023

Tinubu committed to overall development of Niger Delta, other regions: Shettima

“My principal, our President, is a man filled with vision, willpower and total commitment to the Nigerian project.’’

President Bola Tinubu
October 15, 2023

Shettima to represent Tinubu at 3rd belt, road forum in China: Presidency

According to the presidency, Mr Shettima t is expected to avail Nigeria of the platform provided by the forum to woo investors.

Vice President Kashim Shettima board plane