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Tinubu Govt Flags Off Electric Mobility Drive for Cheaper Transport and Youth Employment
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Government on Wednesday unveiled a new Electric Tricycle and Motorcycle Empowerment Programme designed to tackle youth unemployment, ease transportation costs, and reduce carbon emissions nationwide.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Labour and Productivity, Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi officially launched the Electric Tricycle Empowerment Initiative of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development at Eagle Square, Abuja.
The programme is being implemented in partnership with House of Destiny Global Services and the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association (NATOMORAS).
Tinubu said the introduction of electric tricycles demonstrates his administration’s resolve to “reduce transportation costs, lower pollution, and create sustainable job opportunities for Nigerian youth.”
“I am pleased to launch this Electric Tricycle Empowerment Initiative, a programme designed to enable our young people to become self-employed and contribute meaningfully to national development,” he said.
The President noted that the initiative aligns with the government’s broader energy-transition agenda, adding that electric tricycles can cut transportation costs by up to 40 percent while providing a cleaner, more efficient alternative to fuel-powered models.
He commended the Ministry of Youth Development for championing the project and reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to youth empowerment, green energy adoption, and strong public-private partnerships.
In his remarks, the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, said the programme is a key component of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at creating jobs, reducing emissions, and strengthening the economy.
According to him, thousands of young Nigerians will benefit from the initiative through tricycle operation, maintenance, charging-station services, and other opportunities along the value chain.
He described President Tinubu’s programmes as “clear indicators of quality leadership,” urging young people in both the formal and informal sectors to tap into available empowerment initiatives.
“For too long, youth empowerment focused mainly on the formal sector. For over 40 years, Nigerian youths struggled to feel the impact of government,” he said. “But today, under a true leader—not a ruler—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we are seeing genuine partnerships and renewed collaboration that will transform the fortunes of this country.”
Olawande stressed that informal-sector youths are also a priority, noting that every young person—whether a graduate or a transporter—deserves dignity, stability, and sustainable income.
“This electric tricycle initiative brings empowerment directly to your doorstep,” he said.
He highlighted three major problems the initiative addresses:
Job Creation – opportunities for mechanics, technicians, operators, and charging-station workers. Reduced Fuel Burden to elimination of petrol costs and increased take-home income for operators and a Cleaner Environment to reduced carbon emissions and healthier cities.
Olawande praised the Federal Government’s investment in electric mobility, particularly its collaboration with NASENI, which is developing electric vehicles that meet global standards.
He revealed that the Ministry will issue more than 100 start-up grants before the end of the year, with dedicated support packages also planned for informal-sector youths.
“Enough of the complaints. Let us work together to build wealth, create solutions, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s green future,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of NATOMORAS, Alhaji Usman Buba Gwoza described the launch of the electric tricycle programme as “a new dawn for Nigeria’s transport sector.”
He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu, the Youth Development Ministry, and House of Destiny Global Services for making the initiative a reality, noting that NATOMORAS represents over 18 million registered operators who power mobility across rural and urban areas.
“The introduction of electric tricycles is not just a technological milestone; it is a symbol of hope—an opportunity for cleaner energy, reduced fuel expenses, and better earnings for our members,” he said.
Gwoza appealed to the Federal Government to further empower tricycle operators through the provision of the new electric units managed by House of Destiny Global Services, a company he described as a trusted indigenous partner with proven capacity.
Such support, he said, would drastically cut youth unemployment, expand access to clean, affordable transportation, and advance Nigeria’s green-economy and energy-transition goals.
He also commended Minister Olawande for his dedication and leadership, noting that his impact is being felt nationwide.
“NATOMORAS will continue to promote peace, order, and unity within the transport sector and remain committed to supporting this administration today, tomorrow, and beyond 2027,” he added.
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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows
Joel Ajayi
The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.
He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.
According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.
“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.
The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.
“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.
Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.
He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.
He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.
According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.
Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.
He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.
We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.
The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.
He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.
Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.
He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.
“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”
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