The Ministry of Transportation has announced its plans to procure a fleet of electric vehicles in a bid to enhance transportation efficiency and address growing concerns over fuel costs.
This move is expected to not only reduce the carbon footprint but also contribute to the ease of movement for commuters nationwide.
The newly sworn-in Minister of Transportation, Sa’idu Alkali, disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday when he resumed duty at the Ministry.
According to him, with the procurement of these vehicles, there will be a significant decrease in the expense of transportation which is presently high because of the elimination of fuel subsidies.
He said, the Ministry of Transport must assume a leading role in improving the public transportation sector to support the numerous policies that are geared towards providing democratic dividends that are accessible to ordinary Nigerians through effective provision of public transport that is secured, affordable and convenient across the country.
He promised to ensure that the mass transit system is effective and put in place.
He notes that the cost of transportation with even the mass transit system will be reviewed downward across the country.
He also promised to ensure a sustainable collaboration with related ministries, agencies, and corporate entities to reactivate the road transport and mass transit operations in the country.
The minister further noted that he would rehabilitate the rail transport sector targeted at ensuring secure and efficient operation.
Speaking further, he explained that the initiative will no doubt maximize the potentials embodied in the recent Constitutional alterations that moved rail transport services from the exclusive list to the concurrent list.
He added that it will also reduce the frequent menace on roads characterized by accidents, kidnappings, and armed robbery.
Alkali went on to say that he would embark on monitoring and evaluating the performance of agencies under the ministry towards the realization of the government’s renewed hope mandate, adding that he would provide an enabling work environment for the staff.
He, however, warned that he would not tolerate any form of negligence and indiscipline
