FCTA To Build More Bus Terminals, Phase Out Illegal Parks

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to build additional modern bus and taxi terminals across Abuja as part of efforts to eliminate illegal motor parks, improve passenger safety and strengthen the capital’s transport system.

The announcement was made on Thursday by the Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transportation Secretariat, Chinedum Elechi, while briefing journalists on the commencement of operations at the Mabushi and Central Business District (CBD) bus and taxi terminals.

Elechi said the administration remains committed to transforming Abuja into a modern city through ongoing transport projects and future budgetary provisions that will support the construction of more terminals across the Federal Capital Territory.

He explained that the move would reduce reliance on informal loading points such as Berger and Area 1 roundabouts by providing organised transport hubs that offer greater security, order and convenience for commuters.

According to him, the terminals in Mabushi and Kugbo were designed mainly for intercity travel, allowing passengers travelling to destinations such as Aba, Lokoja, Owerri and Sokoto to board vehicles in a safe and comfortable environment.

He noted that the operation of buses from unauthorised roadside locations has contributed to security challenges, including the activities of criminals linked to the notorious “one chance” robberies.

The mandate secretary said the Central Business District terminal would primarily serve intracity transport, while additional terminals have already been included in the FCTA’s expansion plans under the leadership of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

Elechi said the administration was working towards creating a transport system comparable to those in leading cities around the world. He pointed to Lagos as an example, noting that the city had successfully transformed Oshodi from a chaotic transport point into a modern transport hub.

He explained that the new terminals would operate as central transport hubs connected to communities through structured last-mile services involving designated bus stops, taxis and e-hailing services.

According to him, it is not practical to build a bus terminal in every neighbourhood, just as airports cannot be located everywhere. Instead, passengers arriving from long-distance trips would complete their journeys through reliable local transport services operating from the terminals.

Elechi appealed to transport operators and commuters to support the initiative, saying the administration would continue expanding transport infrastructure to provide a cleaner, safer and more efficient public transportation system across the Federal Capital Territory.