Transport Sector Gets a Boost as CIOTA Announces 7th National Conference

Mary Nnah

The Chartered Institute of Transport Administration of Nigeria (CIOTA) is set to host its 7th National Transport Conference, themed “Repositioning Nigeria’s Transport Infrastructure and Governance Models for Global Competitiveness.” The conference, scheduled for November 4th-6th, 2025, at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja, promises to be a game-changer for the nation’s transport sector.

According to Prof. Samuel Odewunmi, Chairman of the Planning Committee, the conference aims to drive economic growth, improve safety, enhance efficiency, and position Nigeria as a strong player in the global logistics and transport space. Key issues to be examined include infrastructure renewal, multimodal integration, governance reforms, technological innovations, sustainable financing, and human capacity development.

Stakeholders, professionals, policymakers, and the general public have been invited to attend the conference, which is expected to be a platform for discussing and finding solutions to the challenges facing Nigeria’s transport sector. With the theme reflecting the urgent need to reform, modernize, and integrate the country’s transport systems, the conference is poised to be a major milestone in the nation’s transport development journey.

The conference is scheduled to take place from November 4th to 6th, 2025, at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja, and interested parties can start making arrangements to attend.. It promises to be an exciting and informative experience, with opportunities to network, learn, and contribute to shaping the future of Nigeria’s transport sector.