In a statement signed by the FAAN management on Sunday in Abuja, the postponement was to make the airport users to enjoy more of the current charges.

According to the management, the fare for cars will change from N200 to N300, while that of buses and Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) will change from N300 to N500 only.

It said the truck (six tyres) tariff would change from N500 to N1,000 while the trailer and container tariff would be N2,000.

The management urged the public to take notice of the changes in the effective date and tariff.

It also appealed to all airport users that owned vehicles to use the dedicated “park and pay” for car parks that had been provided for the comfort of airport users.

According to it, drop-off zones rules and regulations guiding movement should be respected to create free traffic flow to enhance a calm and serene environment around the airport.

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“Commercial drivers are to use the drop-off zone to drop their passengers but not to engage in pick-up of passengers as the airport already has registered car hire services (FAAN Taxi, Bolt, Uber) situated along the airport exit way.

“There is an exclusive parking lot for heads of MDAs, MDs of private companies, and highly recognised individuals for their comfort as frequent fliers and their status in society.

“VIP parking stickers are also available for those who want to enjoy VIP parking privileges,” it said.

The management commended the conduct of the airport users, urging them to always verify their “parking status and pay” where necessary before attempting to leave the airport.

According to the management, verifying parking status by airport users will help to avoid any embarrassment by allowing free flow of traffic in and out of the airport.

It reassured the passengers, concessioners and stakeholders of the airport’s commitment to their safety, security and comfort while using or passing through the airport.

According to it, FAAN is committed to her core values of safety, security and comfort.

Source: NAN

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This is in light of the pivotal role played by the mobility industry in the general, and ride-hailing segment in accelerating economic growth as well as driving shared prosperity, coupled with the need to sustain these mobility efforts, auto tech platform.

This partnership is premised on Bolt’s dedication to redefining urban mobility by helping people move seamlessly and empowering partners to improve their earnings and Fixit45’s avowed commitment to building a seamless autocare and auto-repair, maintenance services, fleet management and so much more.

This subscription-based service plan for drivers on the Bolt platform guarantees unfettered access to quality auto services that include autocare, vehicle repair and maintenance from Fixit45’s service network across the country.

Other benefits include access to repair financing, discounts on spare parts, unlimited diagnosis, periodic car wash and tire services.

CEO and Co-Founder, Fixit45, Justus Obaoye, noted that given the enabling power of mobility as a critical success factor in stimulating advancement and development for both urban and rural economies, it was imperative that concerted efforts were made towards mitigating disruptions in that space.

“As a platform that enhances mobility experiences, Fixit45 has collaboration in its DNA. As such, we are excited to partner with a market leader in the ride-hailing space in oiling the wheels of progress. This service plan ensures that drivers’ inactivity often occasioned by vehicle operational downtime is minimized while increased earnings, improved vehicle reliability, and quick service turnaround time are some of the perks that come with this partnership. This partnership with Bolt is poised to keep the lights of the Nigerian economy on,” Obaoye said.

Speaking on the partnership, Femi Akin-Laguda, Country Manager at Bolt, said,  “At Bolt, our promise of improving the experience of our drivers has been central to our continued success in Nigeria. Our commitment is reflected in our constant effort to build new avenues that help make our drivers and fleet partners more profitable. This partnership will improve the access of our partners to cost-effective autocare, repair financing and so much more.”

He concluded by saying, “We do not select our partners or partnerships frivolously; Working with Fixit45 on this project will help our drivers keep their cars in great conditions and save them a lot of time and money in maintaining their vehicles leading to better experiences for all our customers, be they drivers or passengers.”

“With technology increasingly contributing to the development of mobility, strategic engagements like this will help make life easier and put both firms at the forefront of driving change. We are driven by our overarching purpose which is to facilitate the exchange of goods and services, thereby enabling value creation for all participants and this partnership bolsters our mandate. It is heart-warming to note that we are helping stakeholders see that we are not here to compete but here to facilitate and enable the fix that makes every car owner happy,” Abdulazeez Ogunjobi, co-founder/CTO, Fixit45.

Since it entered the Nigerian market, Bolt has been focused on developing products that offer better and more affordable alternatives in the mobility segment whilst making giant contributions to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth.

Fixit45 has been building the infrastructure for a robust automotive aftermarket industry.

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FCT VIO Director, Mr Wadata Bodinga, disclosed this during an FCT Transport Stakeholders Meeting on Tuesday in Abuja.

He directed that all electronic-hailing operators must convert their regular vehicle licences to hybrid licences.

Some of the e-hailing companies under this category are: Uber, Bolt, Rida amongst others.

Bodinga disclosed that enforcement of the new directive would start from Feb.1, 2022 as the directorate would commence a free conversion of all operators from Nov.9 to Jan.31, 2022.

He said that because e-hailing vehicles were not conventional taxis, the VIO initiated the hybrid vehicle licensing to have the information of e-hailing drivers.

“We as an agency of government want to have an idea of the people operating these vehicles and not just us having the details of users.

“The licensing will give us the database to know those registered and those operating legally,” he said.

He said that a Driver Certificate Card, DCC, would also be obtained by all drivers after undergoing a one-day mandatory training at FCT Model Driver’s Institute or Lugbe VIO Office, Abuja.

“Voluntary enrolment for the DCC will commence from November 9 to January 31, 2022.

“DCC requirements for the conversion are National Identification Number (NIN) and a valid driver’s licence.

“This will help us know the number of operators to promote efficiency,” he stated.

Bodinga, however, said that drivers who failed to convert their vehicle licences to the hybrid type before February next year would have to pay for the conversion.

“It will be an annual payment that will not be exorbitant but there has to be a payment before they could be logged into the portal,” he said.

He further disclosed that to avoid permanent ban from operations in the FCT, all taxi drivers or anyone who wished to offer transportation services for hire or gain must obtain the FCT DCC.

“No taxi or bus will be allowed to operate in the FCT except those who fulfill the following: Must have an authorised Side Number;

“Must be registered with a licensed operator, appropriate Zonal Cab Colour, fulfills minimum roadworthiness requirements,” Bodinga said.

He also stated that all motorcycle and tricycle riders must obtain the FCT Rider’s Certification Card.

“No motorcycle and tricycle will be allowed to operate in the territory except those who possess an Abuja registered number plate and authorised side number.

“All riders must have a safety boot, reflective jacket, safety helmet, protective clothing and RCC,” he stated.

He said that the directorate would also stop the operation of all delivery motorcycle riders without registered Mail/Delivery service number plates.

He said, “The mail service number plate is new and different to help differentiate legal operators from the illegal ones.

“Delivery riders must have a valid RCC, delivery box rightly fixed, safety helmet and boot alongside a duly registered Cooperate Affairs Commission and Nigerian Postal Service documents,” he said.

The director further said that the development was as a result of schemes under the newly unveiled FCT Public Transport Management Scheme, PTMS.

“The scheme is to provide an improved frame work, passenger service vehicle operators licensing, tricycle and motorcycle last mile operators licensing, goods service vehicle operators licensing.

“The PTMS is a system that wants to bring all the commercial drivers and vehicles together as one of three things: security, sanity, efficiency and affordability.

“We are harnessing digital solutions, regular user transportation environment which can only be achieved if we can bridge the gap in our administration by its review,” he said.

Source: NAN

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The e-cab operators, under the aegis of Professional E-hailing Drivers and Private Owners Association, PEDPA, threatened to embark on the strike if their demands were not met.

Mr Idris Shonuga, National President of PEDPA, at a news conference in Lagos, called for immediate upward review of e-cab fares to reflect the current economic reality in the country.

According to Shonuga, over 95 per cent of e-hailing transactions were consummated through Uber and Bolt platforms.

He said that the companies had refused to review its pricing despite unprecedented increases in the price of fuel, vehicles spare parts, food items and other essential commodities in the country.

“In a quest to work and harmoniously at resolving some issues, the association wrote several letters to the companies which were not attended to, showing nonchalant attitude towards our plight.

“Your companies have failed, refused and neglected to honour our request for a meeting to discuss issues beneficial to all e-hailing drivers in Nigeria, and to fashion a harmonious relationship that will benefit, dignify and improve the standard of living of e-hailing drivers, private car owners and the general standard of e-hailing business in the country.

“Instead of fixing a new and reasonable fare in line with inflation, the companies have recklessly continued to maintain the low fare, thereby, impoverishing hard working young Nigerians who are diligently and lawfully trying to make a decent living,” Shonuga said.

The e-cab operators also demanded adequate welfare package for drivers and compensation to the families of those that lost their lives or are permanently disabled in the line of duty.

The association said that more than 15 drivers had lost their lives, while some had been permanently disabled in accidents in the course of the service.

More than 20 others have also lost their lives through kidnapping or killed by ritualists without any compensation from the operators, the association said.

Shonuga said that the association was considering taking legal action to seek remedies against the e-hailing companies if their demands were not met.

Source: NAN

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It is now known as Bolt.

The change of name was announced by the Chief Executive Officer of the company, Markus Villig, in a statement issued on Thursday.

Consequently, its apps and listings in app stores have been updated.

Villig said the company would be rolled out gradually, explaning that the app would update automatically.

Said Villig:  “Since our launch five years ago, Taxify has grown to be more than a taxi app. Now millions of people over the world are using us to move around.

“Be it in a car, on a motor or riding an electric scooter. It’s time for our name to reflect our mission of building the best way to move in cities.

“We are changing our name and logo, but the app with great prices and fast arrival times will stay just as good as ever.”

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