By Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, has launched a solar-powered campus tricycle shuttle service aimed at providing affordable, safe and environmentally friendly transportation for students and staff.
The service was inaugurated on Tuesday by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Muhammed Suleiman Audu, in the presence of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, principal officers, students, staff and members of the Tricycle Operators Association of Nigeria (TOAN).
Speaking at the event, Prof. Audu commended Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and former Governor Yahaya Adoza Bello for their support for the university. He said the initiative would improve mobility, enhance campus security and contribute to a more conducive environment for teaching, learning and research.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Usman described the shuttle service as a major milestone in the university’s efforts to improve staff and student welfare through accessible and affordable transportation. He said the solar-powered tricycles would complement existing motorcycle transport services while supporting the institution’s security and sustainability goals.
The Vice-Chancellor also acknowledged the role of Hon. Isah Emmanuel Ojodunwene, Senior Special Assistant to the Kogi State Governor, in facilitating the project. He urged operators to maintain high standards of professionalism and ensure safe, efficient service delivery.
Chairman of the Tricycle Operators Association of Nigeria (TOAN), Kogi State Chapter, Ahmed Sadiq Achemaje, pledged that operators would comply with university regulations. He added that all tricycles under the scheme would carry the university’s official colours to distinguish them from commercial vehicles.
