- Tinubu Inaugurates Abuja’s First Bus Terminal.
- Wike says terminals aim to tackle ‘one chance’, ease road congestion.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Tuesday, inaugurated the first-ever bus terminal in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, marking a milestone in efforts to reform public transportation and improve urban security.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President, who was represented by Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, presided over the event held at the Mabushi terminal. He noted that the terminal is part of a broader initiative to introduce order, accountability, and safety into the capital’s transport sector. He also confirmed that another terminal at Kugbo is ready and will be commissioned soon.
Describing the project as “truly transformative,” Tinubu said the new facility is one of three modern bus and taxi terminals planned for Abuja. He said it reflects his administration’s commitment to safety and prosperity for residents.
“For too long, our city has struggled with informal and unregulated transport systems, leading to traffic chaos and the growing threat of ‘one chance’ crimes,” he said. “This terminal marks a new era—where commuters no longer wait at unregulated pickup points, but use secure, organized terminals with registered drivers and vehicles.”
The President added that beyond security and convenience, the project is also a driver of economic growth. He revealed that the construction of the terminals created over 3,000 direct and indirect jobs in the FCT, from artisans to laborers, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in his remarks, said the administration is constructing three terminals—in Mabushi, Kugbo, and the Central Business District—with plans to extend to Wuye, Bwari, and Kuje within the year.
Wike emphasized that the core goal is to tackle urban insecurity, especially the rising cases of ‘one chance’ incidents. “With these terminals, commuters will be safer, knowing they’re boarding registered vehicles,” he said.
He also noted that the terminals will help reduce road congestion by providing designated parking areas and eliminating indiscriminate roadside pickups. “It’s unfortunate that Abuja never had a bus terminal before now. But this project is a game-changer,” Wike added.
The FCT Minister stated that the terminals will be run by private concessionaires and not the FCT Transport Secretariat, ensuring efficient 24-hour operations. Facilities at the terminal include restrooms, food courts, entertainment areas, and cinema halls, offering commuters a comfortable travel experience.
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