The Managing Director, Primero Transport Services, Mr. Fola Tinubu has advocated for technological innovations as the key for transformation and sustainability of Nigeria’s Transport System. He stated that “all over the world, technology is transforming transportation”.
Mr. Fola Tinubu who served as the Chairman of the Summit themed, ‘Nigeria’s Transport Infrastructure: Innovation for a Sustainable Future’ held in Lagos said transportation “is not just about moving human and material resources from one point to another. It’s about connecting people, driving trade, supporting industries, and fueling national growth”. He admitted that there are still so many issues affecting the transportation sector in Nigeria including bad roads, underdeveloped rail systems, airports and ports requiring upgrade, and lack of use of waterways.
Tinubu stated that around the world technology and innovation are changing transportation systems through the invention of “electric buses, smart ticketing, intelligent traffic management, and cleaner energy solutions”. He noted that talent is available in Nigeria, but partnership is needed between “government, private sector, and development partners to make it happen”
Mr. Tinubu concluded with a charge to stakeholders to engage, share ideas, and to change old ways of thinking noting remarkably that “the future of Nigeria’s transport sector is not written yet. We are the ones who will write it”.