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FG Rolls Out Sixty-Four CNG Buses To Mark Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary

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1 year ago

September 29, 2024

Joel Ajayi

As part of the celebrations for Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, the Federal Government today unveiled 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, underscoring its commitment to providing affordable and environmentally friendly transportation for Nigerians.

The unveiling ceremony, held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja was led by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun. In attendance were other high-ranking officials, including the Honourable

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu; the Honourable

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mr. Mohammed Idris Malagi; and the Honourable Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr. Ayodele Olawande Wisdom.

This launch marks the first phase of a broader initiative that will see the distribution of over 500 CNG and 100 electric buses to labour and student unions aimed at enhancing public transport nationwide.

In his remarks, the Honourable Minister emphasized that this initiative fulfils President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s promise to support Nigeria’s most vulnerable citizens in the wake of necessary macroeconomic reforms.

The unveiling of these 64 buses is a symbolic gesture in honour of our nation’s 64th Independence Anniversary, but it represents just the beginning. Hundreds more buses are on order, with deliveries continuing, HM Edun stated.

He added that the move is a crucial part of our strategy to transition to cleaner, more affordable energy for Nigerians, particularly in the mass transit sector.

The Minister explained that the adoption of CNG reflects a shift towards more cost-effective and environmentally friendly fuel options. He noted that CNG-powered vehicles significantly reduce fuelling costs, offering up to a 70% savings compared to petrol-powered vehicles.

A CNG vehicle costs about one-third of what it takes to fuel a petrol vehicle. Instead of spending 50,000 Naira to fill a tank, Nigerians will pay around 15,000 Naira with CNG. This is a substantial step towards lowering the cost of living, curbing inflation, and improving the quality of life for Nigerians, the Minister said.

The rollout of CNG buses not only supports more affordable public transportation but also marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to address climate change, promote cleaner energy, and drive sustainable economic growth.

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NYCN: High Court Bars Gbenga, others from holding election

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8 hours ago

October 7, 2025

The Gleamer

Josl Ajayi

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory has issued an order restraining Comrade Ademola Gbenga, Comrade Okechukwu Nnamene and others from conducting the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) election slated for October 7, pending the determination of the substantive suit before the court.

Justice J. E. Obanor, in an order dated October 6, 2025, in suit no: FCT/HC/CV/3803/2025 and motion no: M/12204/2025, sighted by our correspondent, directed the Inspector General of Police and the Department of State Services (DSS) to enforce the court’s order.

The claimants/applicants in the case are the Incorporated Trustees of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) and Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, representing the existing leadership of the Council.

The defendants include Comr. Ademola Gbenga, Comr. Okechukwu Nnamene, Comr. Abel Abaji, Comr. Alex Allen Akin, Comr. Hassan Mamman, the Inspector General of Police, and the Department of State Services.

It would be recalled that the NYCN, during its National Elective Convention held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, from September 20 to 22, re-elected Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo as President alongside other executives.

However, dissatisfied with the Sukubo-led leadership, Gbenga and his allies formed a parallel group and planned to conduct another election in Abuja on October 7.

Consequently, the court ordered all parties to maintain the status quo regarding the leadership of the NYCN, pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice.

The Order read in part, “Upon hearing the Motion Ex parte and the accompanying affidavit of. Amb. Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo listening to P. Ulofu ESQ., of counsel to the Applicants praying this Honourable Court for the following:-

“An Order of Interim Injunction restraining the Respondents (Gbenga and others) or any person(s) acting through them or on their behalf from conducting the scheduled election of the 7th day of October, 2025 or taking any further step concerning the subject matter of this suit respectively pending the hearing and determination of the motion on Notice.

“An Order of Interim Injunction directing the Respondents to maintain the status quo with respect to the leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, pending the determination of and determination of the motion on notice.

“An Order directing the 6th (IGP) and 7th (DSS) Defendants/Respondents to enforce the Order of Court restraining the 1st to 5th (Gbenga and others) Defendants, their privies, agents, or howsoever called, conducting the scheduled election of the 7 th day of October, 2025 or taking any further step concerning the subject matter of this suit respectively pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice.

“And for such further or other orders as this Honourable Court may deem fit to make in the circumstances of this suit and or application.

“The court ordered as follows: Application is hereby granted and order made as prayed. Case is adjourned to 16th October, 2025 for hearing of Motion on Notice.”

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