More should also be done about cab fares in the state... Lol. however, this is a welcome development.
Read details as reported after the cut.
At a recent public presentation of the taxis in Lagos, President of the association, Dr Lateef Useni said “the introduction of the urban taxi scheme is in tandem with his administration’s desire to alleviate the sufferings of the people.”
He said the Florid was recommended to Busy-wheels International Service Limited because of its costs, durability and functionality.
He said it is the practice in Nigeria that, “before any vehicle can be used for taxi, such a vehicle must be strong enough to withstand the rough terrain - weather, bad road and traffic situation,” the qualities which he said were found in the Greatwall Florid and why the association recommended the Florid to Busywheels.
He further explained that “the taxis and their operators would be marked and registered in such a manner as to make for their easy identification and location in order to prevent fraud and robbery,” adding that other stern measures would be taken to ensure that the scheme was not abused.
Speaking shortly after the handing over of the taxis at the ceremony, the General Manager of Busywheels, Mr Omileye Oluwaseun, thanked the company for accepting to partner with his firm, promising to do everything possible to ensure the success of the partnership.
The Managing Director of CFAO CICA Nigeria Limited, Mr Regis Tromeur, described the event as historic, saying “the company is committed to the success of the scheme and will do everything within its powers to remain committed to the international standard and good corporate governance.
“We are committed to the safety of lives of Nigerians and that is why we in CFAO CICA Nigeria Limited believe in the provision of quality products and services at affordable prices.”
Source: tribune
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