Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to construct additional modern bus and taxi terminals across Abuja, aiming to eliminate illegal motor parks, enhance passenger safety, and modernize the nation’s capital. Mr. Chinedum Elechi, Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transportation Secretariat, shared this update during a briefing on the operationalization of the Mabushi and Central Business District bus and taxi terminals.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Elechi emphasized the administration’s commitment to transforming the Federal Capital Territory into a world-class city through ongoing transport projects and future budgetary provisions for additional terminals. He addressed concerns over the reliance on informal loading points, such as Berger and Area 1 roundabouts, underscoring the necessity of centralized terminals for security, orderliness, and efficiency.
Elechi highlighted that the terminals, strategically located in Kugbo and Mabushi, are specifically designed for intercity travel. He stressed the importance of providing a secure and comfortable environment for passengers traveling to various destinations like Aba, Lokoja, Owerri, or Sokoto. He pointed out that boarding buses at ad-hoc locations has contributed to security challenges, such as the ‘one-chance’ incidents.
The initial phase of the project focuses on key terminals in Mabushi, Kugbo, and the Central Business District, with the latter primarily serving intracity transportation needs. More terminals have already been included in the administration’s expansion plans under the leadership of the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike.
Elechi drew comparisons with global standards and regional examples, noting that cities like Lagos have successfully transformed chaotic transit points into organized transportation hubs. He explained that the new terminals would function as primary transport hubs linked through structured last-mile services using designated bus shelters, taxis, and e-hailing platforms.
Emphasizing the efficiency of the system, Elechi noted that the terminals serve as primary hubs. Passengers returning from long journeys can safely transition from the hub to their final destinations using local buses, taxis, or private pickups.
He urged commuters and transport operators to embrace the new facilities as the administration continues to expand modern transportation infrastructure across the Federal Capital Territory. Elechi reassured residents that the initiative aims to guarantee public safety, maintain a clean city environment, and establish an efficient and reliable transit system.