Nigeria
Industry
Nigeria announced on January 1 2012 that it was abolishing fuel subsidies on gasoline, while diesel prices are expected to remain unchanged. The end of subsidies, which were estimated...
2012-01-05Industry
After several seemingly unsuccessful attempts by the government to encourage sales of domestically built vehicles, the National Automotive Council (NAC) has taken matters into its own...
2011-11-23Industry
South Korean carmaker Kia Motors is looking to bolster its market share in Nigeria by making its models more accessible through leasing. The company's local distributor, Dana Motors,...
2011-10-05Industry
Turkish vehicle producer BMG has agreed to work with ABG Nigeria to set up a vehicle production plant in Nigeria. After meeting with the Turkish company to discuss technology sharing,...
2011-10-03Industry
Brazil's Systemic Commercial Vehicles is looking to bring more Brazilian-built vehicles to Nigeria, as it recognises similarities in infrastructure and road conditions in the two countries...
2011-09-29Industry
As part of the strengthening trade ties between the two countries, during a visit to Lagos the Ukrainian ambassador to Nigeria, Valery Vasyliev, has announced plans to build a vehicle...
2011-09-20Industry
Nigeria's vehicle sales are returning to health after credit restrictions hit the market in 2009. Figures from the country's port authorities show vehicle imports were up 78% year-on-year...
2011-06-23Industry
BMI's core views for the autos sector are now based on a period of recovery for the industry, which means more forward-looking strategies as we move into 2011. Certain themes remain,...
2011-03-15Industry
Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland has announced it will follow up its new showroom and service centre in Nigeria with customised buses for the capital's mass transit...
2011-03-15Industry
The Nigerian government is set to review its policy of increasing the maximum age limit for imported second-hand vehicles from 10 to 15 years, even though dealers report only a marginal...
2011-03-14


