Is This The True State of Imo First Flyover - Photos

Imo indigenes are hard working and born hustlers. If you are fortunate to have one as a friend, then be ready to work all day. Some pictures have been trending on social media about the poor state of Imo first flyover. According to reports, the bridge was initiated by Ohakim and completed by Gov. Rochas, it was reported that the bridge is located at Amakohia new road junction. The pictures shows the bad maintenance and state of the bridge. AutoReportNG did some findings and according to Channels Television, the bridge was commissioned in 2016 by Gov. Rochas, the govenor said the idea of the flyover is to decongest traffic gridlock experienced within the state capital. These are some of the pictures from the bridge.

See The New Face of Apapa-Wharf Road (Photos)

Succor seems to come a bit for the residents and those working in Apapa area as the first phase of the road is 85% completed. According to information at our disposal, the road has been a living hell for those within these areas as this is the major road that leads to the seaport and also home to Dangote, Flour Mills and some factories all within this same location.

It was reported last year that the Federal Government in collaboration with Dangote, FMN, and some industries all come together to repair these roads while the federal government grant them a tax holiday, this was agreed and work has started ever since. In March, AutoReportNG did an assessment of the road where we report how they fared. So far we glad this road is ready to be used by the public. These are some of the pictures we have at our disposal...

Lagos-Ibadan railway: FG directs CCECC to engage Nigerian engineers

The Federal Government has insisted that the contractors handling the construction of new Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge rail line, China Civil Engineering and Construction Corporation, must employ more Nigerian professionals, especially engineers, and other workers.

This will not only ensure the timely delivery of the project in December this year as promised, but facilitate smooth transition and operation of the rail line by Nigerians.

The Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, stated these on Thursday during the inspection of the construction work, adding that more workers should immediately be engaged on the site to enable the contractors to meet the December completion target.

Amaechi was angry that no competent Nigerian engineer was working on site and directed the project consultant to ensure that indigenous engineers were involved in the project.

He said the ongoing construction of beams was a strategic part of the project, which should be understudied by Nigerian engineers for a smooth transition from the Chinese workers to the locals.

Amaechi, however, stated that there was a huge improvement in the level of work on the Abeokuta axis, where some bridges had been constructed, including the one on Ogun River.

The minister said he would meet with the managing director of the CCECC on the work plan for the launch of beams for the many bridges already constructed.

He expressed optimism that the December deadline for the completion of the railway project was feasible, adding, “Now, we have given them two weeks to turn in all the designs of all the stations. Some of the stations won’t take more than one month to complete, especially now that the rain is over. So, we are still on target.”

Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo (then as acting President) had on March 7, 2017 inaugurated the construction of the Lagos-Ibadan rail project at the Nigerian Railway Corporation compound in Lagos  in line with the Federal Government’s plan to connect all state capitals and major cities by rail. The project was awarded to the CCECC at the cost of N458bn.


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A Guide To Choosing The Best Tire Inflator

Imagine having a flat tire at the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway at night with no one to help push your car or having a flat tire at a lonely place. What are the best alternatives for these emergencies and how best can we avoid them? What are the best practices in choosing the best type and what are the experts saying on the types that best suit my car? These are what we will be looking at.

What people may not realize is that a tire inflator can be a lifesaver. If you’re stranded in the middle of a place that is strange to you and you have a flat tire with no way to call for help, a 12v portable air compressor can inflate that tire and get you back on your way within minutes.

So, how do you know which is the best tire inflator and which one you should consider buying? We’ve created this guide to help you with that. We are going to talk about some of the things you should consider when you’re looking for the best car tire inflator and then we’re going to give you an overview of six products we feel are worth your consideration. At times it is essential to read reviews and what the experts are saying, so you can check out for complete information

What To Consider When Choosing The Best Portable Tire Inflator

When it comes to choosing the best tire inflator, you will want to take these things into consideration before making a purchase:

Portability and Storage – The air compressor that you choose should be easy to move around your car. You’ll want an inflator that is going to be able to reach all tires with as little effort as possible. Also, if you intend on storing your air compressor in the car when it’s not in use, you’ll want to make sure that it is small enough so that it doesn’t take up much space in your trunk.

Automation – It’s always nice when you have a device that seemingly knows what you need. Do you want an air pump that has a few settings already programmed in it, or do you want to manually input the PSI settings? Also, do you want a unit that is going to turn off on its own once the desired pressure has been reached, or do you not mind turning the device off manually? These extra little conveniences will make the device you choose more expensive, but sometimes that convenience is worth it.

Man Pumping Tire With Inflator

Inflation Time – When looking at some of the best portable air compressors for car tires, check to see how long it takes for the unit to fully inflate small, medium, and large car tires. This is going to give you a good indication of how long you can expect to be waiting before your flat is filled. The faster the inflator works mean that you can be on the road that much quicker, which could be a matter of your safety if you’re in a bad neighborhood or caught in bad weather.

Tire Size – Some tire inflators are capable of inflating large tires while others are not. It is important that the compressor you choose is going to be able to inflate the tire size you have, otherwise, you’ll just have a fancy paperweight in the back of your trunk.

Duty Cycle – The duty cycle is referring to the complete amount of time your inflator will take to cool down after it’s been used for a while. The longer the duty cycle, the longer it will take before you can use the inflator again. To read the duty cycle, if your compressor is listed at ‘50% duty cycle’ then that means it can run continuously without needing to cool down

Our Recommendation

It doesn’t matter if you are putting together an emergency kit for the car or if you are getting gear ready for a camping trip, an air compressor can be a great thing to have in your car. By choosing the best air compressor for tires, you’ll be prepared for situations where you’ve got a flat tire, but if you have an air compressor that has attachments for other inflatable products, you can also use it for your next camping trip or day at the beach.

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Work On Pen Cinema Flyover, Airport Road Reach Advanced Completion Stages

Work on the Pen Cinema Flyover in Agege area of Lagos is now at 60 percent completion stage, the State Government said on Friday.

The government also said the 10-lane Oshodi-International Airport Road was now at over 50 percent completion stage, with an assurance that it would be completed by the end of the year.

The design of the Airport Road includes reconstruction and expansion of the existing carriage to 3-lane Expressway on both directions, construction of 2-lane Service Road in both directions, construction of Ramp Bridge to provide a U-turn from Ajao Estate to Airport, construction of a flyover at NAHCO/Toll Gate and drainage works.

Others include the removal of Pedestrian Bridge at Ajao Estate and construction of Pedestrian Bridges at Ajao Estate and NAHCO/Hajj Camp, construction of Slip Road to provide access to Ajao Estate, construction of Lay-bys and installation of Street Lights, among others.

Speaking during an inspection tour of ongoing projects across the State, Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Mr. Adebowale Akinsanya, said it was gratifying to note that after the delay caused by rains, work had resumed in full swing across the State.

At Pen Cinema project site, the Commissioner, who embarked on the inspection alongside other top government functionaries, said : "This is part of the review of ongoing projects in the State and we are at the site of the critical one which is the Pen Cinema Flyover along with Airport Road in addition to all other ongoing projects.

"Most of the difficult parts of the work are already ongoing. Overall, we are at about 60 percent completion stage and right now, we have over 70 major projects ongoing but as can be seen, work is ongoing," he said.

On the delay, Akinsanya said: "Unfortunately, it is difficult to fight nature and rain has not helped and what we are seeing is the result of the heavy downpour for the last few weeks but the work is ongoing and with the cooperation from the contractors, whatever time we have lost, things will be accelerated.

"We have a good working relationship with Hi-Tech; they are committed to the project and I can assure the people that by first quarter of next year, this project will be commissioned by God's grace," the Commissioner said.

At Airport Road, the Commissioner said the project was a bit delayed to ensure that the quality of the work was not comprised and to minimize the impact on residents, but assured that it would be completed by the end of the year.

Giving details, he said 10 out of the 14 pier walls have already been completed and seven ramps, while the casting of the superstructure which is the high beam was progressing well.

He said the government was aware of difficulties being experienced with regards to potholes, saying the State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode had already directed immediate repairs statewide.

Port Harcourt Intl Airport Gets A Facelift, Ready for Commission Soon

It was earlier reported in the media that the Port Harcourt International Airport is one of the worst airports in Nigeria due to its decay, old structure and all, all seems to be changing now as the airport is currently under renovation. This is the New Terminal of the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, under construction by the CCECC as released by FAAN.

According to Wikipedia, the airport has a single terminal with separate facilities for international and domestic flights. In 2009, the airport served 1,081,587 passengers, making it the third-busiest airport in Nigeria.

On 18 August 2006, the airport was closed for repairs. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority stated that the emergency shutdown was in order to overhaul the runway and build a fence around the facility. Such maintenance had been in planning stages for several months, but an electrical fire on 17 August 2006 made repairs immediately necessary.

All domestic flights were diverted to Sam Mbakwe Airport (Owerri), Akanu Ibiam International Airport (Enugu) and Margaret Ekpo International Airport (Calabar), while international flights were diverted to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja) or Murtala Mohammed International Airport (Lagos).

Repair work started in January 2007, while re-opening was originally expected to be in August 2007. In June 2007, work was suspended due to safety concerns of the engineers.

In December 2007, the airport was reopened to a limited capacity. Operations were restricted to daytime until the first quarter of 2008, by which time the new CAT III lighting system became fully operational.

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Google partners with Renault -Nissan-Mitsubishi

Imagine a world where there is no google or where we can't access the web, imagine how the world will be.

According to reports, Google will partner with Renault -Nissan-Mitsubishi, the largest auto alliance in the world by vehicle sales, to put Android-based infotainment systems into millions of cars, the companies told Wall Street Journal.

The alliance’s next-generation infotainment system and dashboard displays will use Android and launch in 2021.

Drivers will be able to access Google’s maps, app store and voice assistant from their vehicle’s dashboards. The new partnership is a giant step forward for Google’s ambitions to get its operating system into more cars (the alliance sold a combined 5.5 million vehicles in the first half of this year, putting it ahead of Volkswagen and Toyota Motor).

The alliance’s executives told WSJ that they decided on the partnership because many of their customers are accustomed to using Google Maps and other apps and prefer sticking with them instead of using software developed by automakers when they drive.

Auto executives have also become more comfortable with Google, which made its software open source in 2007. Kal Mos, the alliance’s vice president of connected vehicles, told the Wall Street Journal that “the trust was built in the last few years.”

By partnering with Google, Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi ups the ante on rival automakers to partner with tech companies instead of developing their own software ecosystems. While this may win customers over, it also means potentially ceding control over valuable user data to companies like Google and Apple. Mos told WSJ that Google will have access to data collected from its in-car apps, but must ask for user permission first.

Other automakers that are already integrating Google apps into their vehicles include Volkswagen, which put Google Earth into the Audi’s in-car navigation system, and Volvo Cars, which said its next in-car infotainment system will run on Android.

Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory

Nissan has transformed a pick-up truck into a world-class mobile space observatory.

The Navara Dark Sky Concept allows astronomers to gaze at the universe from hard-to-reach locations away from the nighttime glow of urban areas.

It tows a bespoke trailer which houses a world-leading telescope giving detailed views beyond the rings of Saturn, to distant galaxies, nebulae, and supernovas.

The one-off Nissan, developed in the UK in collaboration with the European Space Agency, was unveiled at today's Hannover Motor Show in Germany.

The trailer module has a special refrigerated atmosphere, which allows the telescope to remain stable and calibrated at the optimum temperature in transit to any location.

Once at the desired destination, the trailer module's mechanized roof opens to focus the telescope on the night sky.

To negotiate tricky terrain, the Nissan has four-wheel drive, 20-inch (50 cm) wheels with off-road tyres and high-intensity headlights. The overall ride height has been raised for improved ground clearance.

Under the bonnet is a 2.3-litre twin-turbocharged diesel with enough pulling power to handle the trailer's additional weight.

The Navara and trailer both feature portable EV battery packs, which make use of Nissan's existing electric-vehicle battery technology.

When docked in place, the battery packs are constantly in charging mode and ready for use.

Additional high-tech features include Wi-Fi, a laptop station and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) radio transmission to relay data instantaneously to anywhere in the world.

Parking is made simple thanks to the cameras which give the driver a birds-eye-view around the vehicle.

There are eight radar units, on each corner of the vehicle and trailer, which update the driver on the vehicle's surroundings through the touchscreen on the dashboard.

At the heart of the trailer is the ultrahigh-power PlaneWave telescope which uses a 16 inch (40 cm) primary mirror to focus on the night's sky.

Since red light affects human night vision at least, both the vehicle and trailer exclusively use red lighting to avoid visual disruption during observations.

The Navara also has ProPILOT, which enhances the driver's control by combining Nissan's Intelligent Cruise Control and Steering Assist technologies.

This AeroMobil 5.0 VTOL Concept Flying Car Can Takeoff from Any Road

Following the PAL-V Liberty Flying Car, AeroMobil also unveils AeroMobil 5.0 VTOL Concept. It’s an electric VTOL that drives on the road while allowing for flexible door-to-door flying taxi service. With its ability for vertical take-off, this 4-seater car can simply fly away from its spot. AeroMobil is an advanced engineering company, it aims to solve personal air transportation with this concept, users will be able to switch smoothly between flight and driving mode.

Designed for shared mobility, AeroMobil 5.0 VTOL concept flying car offers both intra-city travel and urban travel. The idea of this concept is to solve the limitation of VTOLs where they are usually tied to dedicated landing pods rather than using existing infrastructure.

Using two electrically drive roots, AeroMobil 5.0 VTOL ensures safe vertical take-off thanks to horizontal thrust provided by an electrically powered rear mounted pusher propeller. There are four seats for four passengers, it offers the same comfort and user experience as next generation electric vehicles. It is designed for both private usage and future flying taxi operators where customers can travel in any weather conditions.