…State to pilot 100 CNG-powered tricycles in partnership with Innoson, warns against transport law violations

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The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a safer and more efficient transport system that will support economic growth and ease of movement across the state. Speaking during a live radio programme “Oju-Oba’nle” on Diamond FM, Ilorin, the Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, said the creation of a standalone Ministry of Transportation signals a new phase in the state’s drive toward an integrated and sustainable mobility framework.

Hon. Korasabi revealed that the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has developed a practical roadmap to overhaul the current system. A key part of this reform includes a partnership with Innoson Automobile Company for the procurement of 100 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tricycles as a pilot project. The initiative, according to him, is part of broader plans to introduce both CNG and electric tricycles into the system—targeted at cutting fuel costs, lowering vehicle maintenance expenses, and reducing environmental pollution.

The Commissioner stated that designated parks and routes would be created for these tricycles upon delivery, as the state gears up to align its transport sector with global best practices. He also commended the Ministry of Works for its structural inputs in ongoing road designs to guarantee durability and long-term service.

Korasabi further issued a stern warning to individuals and transport operators engaging in illegal roadside parking, unapproved garages, or trading on walkways, noting that violators will face the full weight of the law. He urged residents, traders, and transport unions to support the state’s initiatives and embrace the new opportunities the reformed system will bring.