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NATA Lauds Hyde Energy’s Contribution to Quality Lubricant Production
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Nigerian Automobile Technicians Association (NATA) Lagos State chapter has lauded Hyde Energy following an assessment of the quality of lubricants produced and distributed in the Nigerian market as well as adherence to international best practices by Hyde Energy Lubricant business.
This came as the executive members of the association visited the energy trading company’s lubricant blending plant located in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
The lubricant plant, one of the largest lubricant manufacturing facilities in Nigeria, has the capacity to blend 30,000 litres of lubricant per day. The lubricants produced at the Hyde Energy blending plant undergo stringent quality control measures and adhere to the highest standards, as certified by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
With over 30 different grades of lubricants manufactured and distributed for automotive, industrial, marine, and mechanical machines and equipment, the company ensures a diverse range of offerings.
During the visit, the NATA Executive Team had the opportunity to tour the lubricant plant, led by the Head of Lubricants Business at Hyde Energy, Mr Ayobami Isaac Olowolayemo, accompanied by the Plant Manager, Mr Uwadia Isiraojie.
The NATA representatives were guided through the company’s manufacturing processes and engaged in discussion with Hyde Energy’s management team regarding the company’s commitment to producing high-quality lubricants.
During his appreciation to the NATA Executives, Mr Olowolayemo, Head of Lubricants at Hyde Energy, stated, “We deeply appreciate the visit of the NATA team to our plant today. The visit holds great significance for us because, at Hyde Energy, our foremost objective is to provide Nigerian motorists with lubricants of unparalleled quality.
“Therefore, collaborating with NATA, showing them our blending and manufacturing processes, and leveraging their expertise and extensive coverage is pivotal. With this visit, we are convinced of NATA’s commitment to promoting the use of quality lubricants in Nigeria, and we are excited about the future.”
Mr Moruf Egberongbe, Chairman of NATA, who led his team together with Asiwaju Jacob Fayeun, who was the immediate past chairman of the association in Lagos state, expressed his deepest satisfaction with the Hyde Energy Lubricant Plant, commending its state-of-the-art facilities and well-trained staff.
He emphasized the importance of indigenous manufacturing in Nigeria and acknowledged the plant’s contribution to job creation in the country.
“As an association, we highly value indigenous manufacturing, and we remain committed to supporting Nigerian brands. The dedication of Hyde Energy’s management team to manufacturing high-quality lubricants is highly commendable.
“We are very impressed with the Lubricant Plant as it is well-equipped and adequately staffed.”
He further said, “As the end user, we can see that the management team of Hyde Energy is committed to producing high-quality lubricants, and we are confident that Hyde Energy lubricants will meet the needs of Nigerian motorists. We want to assure the team of our support and to encourage them not to drop the ball in providing the motorist with quality lubricant.”
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
A few passengers on a Warri-Itakpe train were feared to have died on Monday in a derailment, which affected at least four coaches. Some of the passengers were also said to have suffered some degree of injury.
This was confirmed by the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) in a statement today.
The unfortunate incident involved the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS), the agency stated, though it did not confirm the number of human casualties.
However, it noted that emergency response teams and relevant authorities were at the scene attending to the situation and providing necessary assistance.
“The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirms that an incident involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) occurred today.
“Emergency response teams and relevant authorities are currently at the scene attending to the situation and providing necessary assistance,” the chief executive of the organisation, Mr Kayode Opeifa, said in the statement.
“The corporation is closely monitoring developments and a detailed statement will be issued as soon as more information becomes available,” it added.
By Adedapo Adesanya
Nigerian mobility startup Shuttlers has surpassed 10 million trips on its platform and expanded its reach through an integration with Google Maps Transit in Nigeria, thereby strengthening access to public transportation information.
According to a statement on Monday, the milestones reflect the growing need for structured, shared mobility in urban Africa.
The 10-million-trip milestone coincides with Shuttlers’ 10th year of operations, marking a key point in its growth trajectory. Meanwhile, the Google Maps integration now allows users searching for transit directions on the platform to view Shuttlers’ routes and book seats directly through its system.
The partnership is expected to broaden access to reliable shared transportation options for businesses and professionals navigating major urban centres.
To achieve a Google Transit Partner status, Shuttlers aligned its data architecture, route systems, and real-time operational capabilities with Google’s partner infrastructure requirements.
Across the continent’s fastest-growing cities, formal public transport infrastructure faces significant pressure from rapid population growth, leaving millions of professionals dependent on fragmented and costly alternatives. According to the World Bank, African cities lose an estimated 2% to 5% of GDP annually to transport inefficiency.
Shuttlers currently serves 30,000 active users across more than 1,000 itineraries, operating more than 430 buses daily across Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. Since launching in 2016, the platform said it has maintained a 99 per cent trip completion rate and a 99.94 per cent incident-free rate across its entire journey history.
The average Shuttlers commuter saves 60 per cent to 88 per cent on transport costs compared to ride-hailing services, and reclaims 8 to 12 hours from gridlock every month. In Lagos, the average commuter loses more than 30 hours a month to gridlock.
Speaking on this achievement, chief executive and co-founder of Shuttlers, Ms Damilola Olokesusi, shared, “We are incredibly proud of our integration into the Google Maps Transit system. This, alongside hitting 10 million journeys since launch, is a reflection of years of hard work. For millions of professionals, commuting is still unpredictable, exhausting and expensive.”
“We have spent the last 10 years building technology and operational infrastructure that makes daily transportation more dependable – for commuters, businesses that employ them, and the fleet operators who power our network,” she added.
On his part, Mr Olumide Balogun, Director for West Africa at Google, said: “We are pleased to welcome Shuttlers into the Google Transit ecosystem in Nigeria. Reliable transit information helps people navigate cities more confidently and efficiently. As more Nigerians adopt digital tools for everyday mobility, integrations like these help make trusted transportation easier to discover and access.”
Reiterated its commitment to sustainability, Shutters also disclosed that it is actively integrating Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric buses into its fleet, reducing emissions by up to 60 per cent compared to traditional diesel alternatives.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Top drivers of a global mobility and urban services platform, inDrive, in Lagos and Abuja were recently rewarded with fuel and shopping vouchers worth N30 million through its Driver Rewards Campaign.
The promo was created by the company in response to rising fuel costs and increasing operational expenses. It is providing meaningful support to its driver community through this initiative, while celebrating their commitment and hard work for keeping Nigeria’s major cities moving every day.
The campaign, which started in March and will end in June 2026, involves distributing vouchers worth N30,000 each to 1,000 eligible drivers through a series of live raffle draws on inDrive’s digital platforms. This effort is designed to acknowledge and reward the most active drivers on the platform for their unwavering dedication and commitment to providing high-quality service to passengers.
The Country Lead for inDrive Nigeria, Mr Timothy Oladimeji, noted that the initiative underscores the organisation’s ongoing commitment to driver welfare and its mission to foster equitable opportunities within the mobility ecosystem.
Mr Oladimeji explained that the Driver Rewards Campaign is designed to ease some financial burdens while encouraging and celebrating drivers’ resilience, professionalism, and dedication to service.
“At inDrive, we understand the realities drivers face every day, especially as rising fuel prices continue to put pressure on their earnings. Our drivers are the backbone of our platform, and this campaign is our way of recognising their dedication and supporting them meaningfully.
“Through these rewards, we want to show that inDrive stands with drivers, values their contribution and remains committed to creating a fairer and more rewarding mobility ecosystem,” he said.
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