Dunlop Nigeria Shines at Lagos Fair

Dunlop Nigeria has again made a bold statement as a leading force in the tyre marketing sector at the just concluded 2008 Lagos International Trade Fair.

Dunlop’s dominance among other notable tyre exhibitors was equally complemented with the showcasing of its latest products, the Dunlops Supersteel Truck Radial tyre products.

The Dunlop Steel tyre drew various transporters and haulage companies to Dunlop pavilion. Commenting on the company’s participation, Mohammed Yinusa, Dunlop’s Group Managing Director, said it was another opportunity to delight and reward the company’s numerous customers in the Lagos environs and beyond with various gift items on all purchases made at the fair ground.

According to him, Dunlop’s full participation at the fair that is adjudged to be the biggest in the sub-region is to re-assure our loyal customers and all Nigerians alike that we are redoubling our efforts as the only tyre manufacturers in the sub-region to ensure safety on our roads with quality tyres for Nigerian roads.

Multilinks Telkom Begins N1 Per Minute Calls

Multilinks Telkom has begun an on-net call through which customers of its network can make call at the rate of N1 per minute.

To benefit from the offer, a customer must make a voice call of N200 within 24 hours (day and night), after which he will enjoy an on-net call throughout that day at the rate of N1 per minute.    Read more

Emel Automobiles Partners Banks on Finance Scheme

The General Manager of Emel Automobiles Nigeria Limited, Mr. Anat Shankar, said the auto company has concluded a finance scheme agreement with banks in Nigeria to enable customers pay for the Polarsun bus at convenience.

Shankar described the bus as a Chinese bus which was built using the Japanese technology and perfect for Nigerian roads.

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Simba Motors plans to establish more outlets in Nigeria

The management of Simba Motors has resolved to establish more outlets nationwide.

The Managing Director of Simba Motors, Mr. Dileep Banerjee explained at the just concluded Lagos auto fair that feedbacks so far received by the company indicated that its range of products was doing “very well” in the Nigerian market. Read more

Pentagon commences operation in Nigeria

 Automobile and other security provider, Pentagon Protection, has commenced operational activities in Nigeria.

With head office in the United Kingdom, Pentagon Protection, explained during the just concluded Lagos motor fair that apart from its qualified staff, all required procedures were being followed to ensure maximum safety for all its customers.

Pentagon Nigeria explained that worldwide, Pentagon Protection was saving lives, protecting property and reducing injuries.

“Window tints completed to Pentagon standards are virtually flawless. We spend two or three time on a car than most car tinting companies with quality control processes that are unrivalled.

“We also have extensive experience in handling all types of cars. Pentagon’s flagship operation in West London is generally recognized as being the finest car window tinting facility in the world. Our systems and process follow ISO9002 accreditation, directly from the BSI as a British Standards Registered Firm and we are now in Nigeria.

“Through a pentagon’s Nigerian network which we are presently building, we will be able to offer our renowned quality and service standards locally at branches around the country in a very short while.

“Babies and young children seated at the rear of the car, vital protection from harmful ultra violent (UV) rays and excessive heat or glare. A pentagon car window tint is more effective and practical (and better looking) than stick-on blinds.

“Keep cool, helps to keep your vehicle cooler and more comfortable to sit in or drive during bright and hot weather for all passengers.

“Supa glass provides valuable protection from car- jackers that may try to smash their way through a side window, whilst a car is being driven. With Supa glass both driver and passenger will feel safer and more secure when traveling through high risk areas where street crime is a known problem.

“Most thieves want to break through a side window when stealing from a vehicle. Supaglass protection is designed to resist and slow a thief down significantly so that in most cases he will simply abandon his attempt and run off.

Supaglas also prevents the interior of a vehicle being inundated with countless glass fragments, which is what normally happens during a break-in.

“In the event of a heavy side impact, a side window will shatter and shower the inside of a vehicle with countless glass particles.

“Designed to hold a broken window together Pentagon Supa glass reduces substantially the risks of injury from flying glass- keeping drivers and passengers safer and better protected at all times.

“In the event that a vehicle rolls over, when a window shatters, it is possible for occupants to be wholly or partially ejected from the cabin.

“Supa glass provides an excellent “ejection mitigation” barrier during a rollover accident, helping to protect all occupants and to minimize injuries,” said Adams

Motor fair kicks off in Lagos, Nigeria

The ongoing motor trade fair which kicked off in lagos yesterday is expected to host over 100,000 visitors at Tafawa Balewa Square venue for the event which is tagged ‘Drive it your way’.
The ceremony, is expected to come to an end on October 2.

Prominent among the automobile firms are Toyota Nigeria Limited (TNL), Chery Motors, Geely Automobile, BYD, Executive Coach Builders and Alliance Autos, marketers of Nissan, Renault and Dacial.

Others are Coscharis Motors, marketers of BMW, Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (PAN), BriscoeFord and stallion Motors.

Stallion motors is responsible for the distribution of Honda, Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mahindra and ZX automobile

Organised by BKG Exhibitions Limited, the ceremony would give potential car owners the opportunity to compare note and negotiate for the best finance scheme available.

President/Chief Executive of United States based Executive Coach Builders (ECB), Mr. David Bakare said that some units of limousines were imported by his company recently to test the market.

For over 30 years, Executive Coach Builders has built a reputation on absolute quality, progressive design, innovative engineering and outstanding service.

As the second largest limousine builder in the world, Executive Coach Builders has maintained a focus on custom luxury limousine manufacturing since 1976.

Speaking at an interactive session with journalists, Bakare said that the limousines were specially produced to meet individual specifications, adding: “It is a combination of luxury in first class.”

The limousine boasts of refrigerator, reclining seat, generous legroom, central table among others.

Kunle Alake, of TNL said that all Toyota products were on display at the fair ground.

According to him, the latest editions of Toyota Corolla, Camry, Avensis, Yaris and Avanza were among products on ground.

He added that the TNL would attend the show to represent the interest of all its dealers, adding that it booked for generous space to display the vehicles.

The Managing Director, BKG Exhibitions, Mr. Ifeanyi Agwu, said that more than 90 per cent of stakeholders in the automobile industry with trade visitors were expected at the motor show.

Agwu was quoted in a statement as saying this year’s show was not all about cars display but also included acquisitions that would be supported by specific banking products from financial institutions operating in the country.

Agwu also said that more than 200,000 visitors were expected at the event, explaining that the projection was based on the result of participation at the previous editions.

“We had attracted a large crowd with tangible number of exhibitors in the past years. We are hopeful no fewer than 200,000 visitors would grace the fourth edition of the Lagos Motor Fair,” he said.

For the exhibitors, he added that the show would be a forum for franchise distributors to launch new products, price and sell more.

“For the visitors, it will be a place to hear, smell, feel and drive their dream car,” said Agwu.

The BKG Exhibition boss said that car finance products by banks would be flexible and allowed customers to choose how payment would be scheduled.

Agwu noted that the public holidays that fell into the fair period were loaded with events.

“Each of the nine days that the fair will last is loaded with activities and events that will make this edition remarkably different and we intend to improve and add on this in subsequent editions,” said Agwu.

“On Sunday September 28, Paul Play I. K. Dairo will mount the podium of the fair arena to dish out the best from his stable to all that would be visitors at the fair.

“From all indices, the Lagos Motor Fair has become a world class and, therefore, only world class events and people befit to showcase in it. This was what informed our going for a star artiste to entertain people during the fair.” Paul Play has equally assured to exceed expectations that day.

“Another top artiste, Ego Ogbaru, formerly with Lagbaja will take the centre stage with her music on October 1. This promises to be another day that the organising committee has laced with a lot of entertainment and fun. Alongside the already named artistes, many more are billed to perform during the fair.

“Some well known Nigeria based fashion designers, led by Anjoreen have booked spaces to showcase at the fair ground. So, its going to be an all encompassing, rewarding and memorable event that we have packaged for this fair in our determined efforts at making this year’s edition tagged surpass the last three editions which were highly successful.

“Families and their teens would not be left out as we have packed a whooping four fun-filled days for them using our specially created children corner. Here, Children shall have many games to engage themselves. There would be gift packs for the children and they would be allowed to drive in any car of their choice at the fair ground.

“More than 30 motor companies are showcasing at the fair. On parade shall be unique ranges of automobile products from notable companies from the Asian continent dominated by Japanese, Chinese and South Korean auto firms. Here, products from Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Kia, Nissan, among others will be on display.

“The European and American continents will equally be there with products from the stables of Ford, Mack, Mercedes, Chevrolet, Volvo, BMW, Skoda among others.

“From the home front, Peugeot Automobile of Nigeria (PAN) and National Trucks Manufacturers Limited (NTM) will showcase the latest in their ranges of products.

“These products range from personal choice exotic cars, Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV), light and heavy duty haulage trucks and buses of various capacities for corporate and mass transit businesses.

“The famous Leyland is back and is storming the fair with the latest from their stable in its bid of making a strong comeback to the Nigerian automobile market.

“Feelers from most of the participating firms indicate that visitors to the various stands will enjoy lots of goodies. Some have packaged gift items, lucky dips and many other forms of entertainment.

“From the financial sector, automobile financing and acquisition facilities and schemes shall be on display at various stands of the firms from the sector. These include Access Bank’s Auto online, Skye Bank’s Skye Auto Leases, Diamond Bank’s Auto Loan, Oceanic Bank’s Auto Loan and United Bank for Africa’s (UBA) Asset Finance.

“Those interested in enjoying the synergy existing between the automobile industry and the insurance sector will get the best and latest from the stand of the likes of Crusader Insurance. Some of the dealers will showcase their own in-house finance/ acquisition schemes

“More than 20 accessories dealers are showcasing at the fair. This range from tyre dealers, auto paints, car sealants, lubricants and many more.

“Its going to be a bumper harvest for the expected over 100,000 visitors, their socio-economic status, notwithstanding. Every visitor would gain one thing or the other at the fair as we have ensured that almost the interests of all segments of the society are adequately catered for at the fair,” said Agwu.

Nigeria: Oando Partners Big Treat in Business

In other to enable customers fill their tanks and tommie at a single point, Oando Plc, a leading company in the oil marketing services sector and Big Treat, a quick service restaurant in Nigeria, have entered into a business deal.

At the inauguration of a Big Treat outlet at Oando Awolowo 2 Service Station in Lagos recently, Mrs.Lara Banjoko, the Chief Operating Officer of Oando marketing Limited, explained that the partnership between the 2 companies will enable customers enjoy different delicacies as they fill their car tanks. Read more

Qatar commends travel agents in Nigeria

Qatar Airways has once again shown that it respects and cherishes the services of its travel agents in Nigeria. To this end, the five-star airline organised a grand award/dinner ceremony for its numerous agents, who have throughout the months, partnered with the airline in the area of ticket sales.

At a ground breaking Travel Agency award/dinner held last week in Lagos, the agents were feted like kings as the officials of the airline could not hold back their words of gratitude to the agents, whom its Regional Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa, Andy Stern, noted have contributed immensely to the positive impact the airline had made in Nigeria.

“After serving Nigeria for almost 18 months, we want to appreciate you, our partners. Without you, we couldn’t have made any impact in the Nigerian market,” he said.

Added Stern, ” we recognise that you have choices that your customers have choices as well, but you have proven to us to be great partners we can trust and depend on.

” Through your support, we have achieved milestones in a very short time. We are recognised by our head office as one of the leading stations on Qatar Airways network. We truly salute your contribution to the success of our airline in Nigeria.”

He stated that the hard work of the staff of Qatar Airways and the agents, as well as, the unflinching co-operation from the Nigerian government had made it possible for the airline to make remarkable achievement over the last 18 months.

” I also thank the Nigerian government, particularly the Ministry of Transportation and the Civil Aviation Authorities for allowing us to fly into this wonderful country.”

” Recognition must also be given to the airline’s staff, who are committed to delivering the best levels of service. It’s their efforts which ultimately determine how the airline is judged.”

Earlier in the year, Qatar Airways began services to Guangzhou in southern China - its fourth Chinese route. In addition the airline launched non-stop flights to the southern Indian coastal city of Kozhikode in June, its ninth Indian route - and looks forward to starting scheduled services on December 8 into Houston in the United States.

Qatar Airways has held the coveted Five Star Skytrax award for customer product and service excellence since 2004 when the airline became only the third carrier to be awarded the status.

Twenty-five travel agents spread across Nigeria received awards in the following category: Bronze; Silver and Gold. Others are overall best agent in the premium cabins; overall best agent, Northern Nigeria; and overall best agent in the East.

Also rewarded were those the airline regarded as role model agents across the length and breadth of Nigeria and best agents to specific areas around the world.

The winner of overall best Qatar Airways agent in Nigeria, who also received the gold awards was Godspower Travels.

Sales Manager for Qatar Airways in Nigeria, Kola Olayinka, at the event, reassured the agents that this was first for Qatar in Nigeria, adding that the airline will continue to appreciate all its trade partners based on their performance.

” Words alone are not enough to say thank you for being there all the time. But we will not renege on our promise of continuous appreciation of your support and love for our airline,” he said.

Managing Director of Godspower Travel, Mrs Laja Lawal thanked the airline for recognising her contributions to the development of Qatar Airways in Nigeria.

Also, Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Senator Tokunbo Afikuyomi in his remarks, described the airline’s gesture towards the agents as a rare opportunity, adding that it shows that Qatar Airways holds travel and tourism in high esteem. He used the occasion to woo tourists to Nigeria dispelling beliefs that the country is not safe.

Peugeot Partners Banks on Peugeot 307 Finance Scheme

Peugeot Automobile Nigeria Plc, has partnered with Spring Bank Plc, Bank PHB, First City Monument Bank Plc (FCMB) and First Bank of Nigeria Plc, to avail a finance scheme which will ease the purchase of the new Peugeot 307 Sedan car.

At the launching of the new car, Chief Subomi Balogun, Chairman of FCMB and Chief launcher of the car described the product as a car with state-of-the-art specifications which would be adored by young elites.

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Dana Airlines Nigeria takes delivery of second aircraft

Dana Airlines has taken delivery of its second aircaft in Lagos. This brings the number of aircraft to two. According to the Managing Director Mr Jacky Hathiramani this is the final compliance with the regulatory standard for the number of aircraft to meet domestic operations.

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